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Original Article

Survey on the Use of Zirconia Crowns in Pediatric Population among General Dental Practitioners

Vatsala N Reddy, Pallavi Urs, Richa Lakhotia, Anisha Jenny, Anagha Saseendran

Keywords : pediatric zirconia crowns, general dental practitioners, full coverage restorations

Citation Information : Reddy VN, Urs P, Lakhotia R, Jenny A, Saseendran A. Survey on the Use of Zirconia Crowns in Pediatric Population among General Dental Practitioners. 2022; 10 (2):64-69.

DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1747963

License: CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

Published Online: 12-10-2022

Copyright Statement:  © 2022. Bhojia Dental College and Hospital affiliated to Himachal


Abstract

Background Pediatric zirconia crowns are metal free and more aesthetic and compatible option available for the full coronal coverage of the affected primary dentition. These crowns are not new to pediatric dentistry but usage is limited. Materials and Methods A cross-sectional, descriptive survey was conducted among 200 general dental practitioners and were requested to answer a questionnaire. The questions were framed regarding the knowledge of pediatric dental procedures, aesthetic replacement in case of full coverage restorations, and zirconia crown's features and its use in the practice, and were evaluated. Results Results were based on features of zirconia crowns according to which 81.5% participants mentioned them as stainless steel alternative and 62% as biocompatible material. Clinical aspects evaluated the amount of occlusal reduction in case of zirconia crown tooth preparation as 1 to 1.5 mm by 72.5% of the participants. Appropriate type of finish line and type of margins advocated by the participants was chamfer and subgingival finish line, respectively, according 62.0% participants. Conclusion The use of zirconia crowns for replacement of lost tooth structure and post-pulp therapy helps in creating good-looking restorations which help children and adolescents to improve their self-image.


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