Zirconia Crowns: Aesthetic Masterpiece of the Restorative World

AbstractBackground : A healthy smile is vital for proper speech, effective chewing, and plays a key role in enhancing a child's self esteem. Traditionally, crowns have been utilized in cases of extensive caries, following endodontic treatment, or to address decalcification and developmental anomalies. In recent years, zirconia crowns have become a popular choice due to their superior aesthetics, bio-compatibility, and durability.Case Presentation : A 15-year old female patient reported with the chief complaint of difficulty in chewing in her lower left back tooth region since 10 days. Tooth #36 wasendodontically treated one month back and it was restored with fabrication of zirconia crown w.r.t 36.Conclusion: Zirconia crowns offer strong retention and an appearance that appeals to both children and their parents, though they cost more than other crown types typically used in pediatric dentistry.Categories: Pediatric dentistry, Prosthodontic rehabilitationKeywords : Children, zirconia crowns, esthetics