Comparison of efficiency of different crowns in primary children an original research

Abstract

Introduction: The restorations to anterior teeth in children is very significant. Hence in this study we compared efficiency of strip crowns versus primary anterior zirconium crowns in 3 to 6 year old children. Material and Methods: We selected 100 children of ages 3-6 years to receive the anterior crowns, attending the institution department of pedodontics. They were divided to 50 each of zirconia and strip crown groups. The various parameters were checked at 3,6 and 12 months. Values were compared keeping p<0.05 as significant. Results: Zirconia crowns showed significantly lower plaque accumulation, gingival bleeding restoration failure, at the 3- and 6-months no, but more wear to opposing teeth. With regards to recurrent caries no significant difference was found between the two crowns. Conclusion: Based on our data we conclude that overtime teeth covered with zirconia crowns show better gingival health and less bleeding, plaque accumulation as well as less loss of material. On the other hand, zirconia can cause more loss of opposing tooth structure.