Evaluation of Corrosion and Tarnishing of Intra-oral Nickel Chromium and Gold-alloy Cast Crown

Mymensingh Med J. 2019 Oct;28(4):862-865.

Abstract

Although esthetic factors might limit by the presentation of materials used, all-metal complete cast crown should always be offered to patients requiring restoration of endodontically treated posterior tooth. The complete cast crown has the highest longevity of all fixed restorations. It could be used to rebuild a single tooth or a retainer for a fixed prosthesis. It involves all the axial walls as well as the occlusal surface of the tooth to be restored. All restorations are placed in the oral environment in contact with the gingival tissue. Thus clinicians must choose nontoxic or least toxic metal alloys, since any release of elements that might cause reactions. This study was designed to observe clinical responses of nickel chromium alloy and gold alloy cast crown and provide guidance to ascertain the best alloy for cast metal crown, which serves better functional restoration.

MeSH terms

  • Chromium
  • Chromium Alloys
  • Corrosion
  • Gold
  • Gold Alloys*
  • Humans
  • Nickel*
  • Tooth Crown*

Substances

  • Chromium Alloys
  • Gold Alloys
  • Chromium
  • Gold
  • Nickel