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Renowned for excellence and care, Aesthetic Dental & Implant Clinic offers advanced dental solutions in Kolkata. Our team of experienced dentists combines skill with modern technology to provide precise, comfortable, and personalized treatments. From implants to cosmetic dentistry, every service is designed to enhance your smile and ensure a premium dental experience.

Renowned for excellence and care, Aesthetic Dental & Implant Clinic offers advanced dental solutions in Kolkata. Our team of experienced dentists combines skill with modern technology to provide precise, comfortable, and personalized treatments. From implants to cosmetic dentistry, every service is designed to enhance your smile and ensure a premium dental experience.

PORCELAIN FUSED TO METAL

A decent fusion of strength and aesthetics

PORCELAIN FUSED TO METAL

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What is Porcelain fused to metal?

Porcelain fused to Metal crowns or the PFM crowns are nothing but metal crowns that have a layer of a tooth coloured material (porcelain) fused to it. They almost look like natural teeth, have an excellent fit and have a good strength because of the metal base. This makes them highly acceptable by the patients.

When does one need this?

When a patient has a missing tooth or a few missing teeth and desires a bridge for the replacement of them, he/she can go for a porcelain fused to metal bridge that offers both strength and natural look. Even the teeth that have been root canal treated and need a crown, porcelain fused to metal crowns can be used. Aesthetically, this crown is quite superior and widely acceptable.

How long does it take?

To place the crown, 2 appointments are enough. One for taking the impression and one for cementing the crown/bridge. Sometimes, an extra appointment might be needed for a trial of the crown/bridge.

Are there any alternatives?

Other alternatives can be Zirconia crowns or Metal Layer Sintered crowns.

We recognize and appreciate the fact that every patient is unique and their concerns are different. Their clinical findings are different. Hence, based on the clinical examination we here at Aesthetica Dental Implant Clinics, Kolkata, the best clinic for porcelain fused to metal crowns in Kolkata can accordingly suggest you the other alternatives, best suited for your case.

Cost of Porcelain fused to metal or the PFM crowns in Kolkata

The cost/price of Porcelain fused to metal or the PFM crowns in Kolkata is determined based on the clinical situation and merits of the case. Most treatments in dentistry are customized to a persons existing dental situation, medical condition and understanding of future oral-dental needs.

PFM crowns combine a sturdy metal core with a porcelain exterior, offering excellent strength for biting and chewing—ideal for molars and patients who grind their teeth. With proper care, they can last 10–15 years or even longer  .

Yes—if gums recede, the dark metal margin might become visible at the crown’s edge. It's best to monitor gum health over time.

They blend porcelain with tooth-like color, but the metal underneath may reduce translucency. This can give a slightly less natural appearance than all-ceramic crowns  .

Yes, preparing the tooth for a PFM crown requires removing more natural structure than for all-ceramic alternatives to accommodate both metal and porcelain layers  .

Chipping is possible over time. While the crown may still function with the metal exposed, it can look unsightly and may require repair or replacement  .

Yes—PFM crowns generally require 1–2 mm of tooth reduction to accommodate both metal and porcelain layers properly.

PFM crowns remain more affordable due to lower material costs, but rising prices of precious metals have narrowed this advantage. Meanwhile, some ceramic options now offer similar performance at a higher aesthetic value.

PFM crowns can show a faint dark line near the gum as the metal base becomes visible over time—especially when gums begin to recede.

Chipping at the porcelain-metal junction can occur over time. This area remains the weakest part of the restoration and may require repair or replacement.

Yes—PFM crowns are made of non-magnetic metals. Occasionally, patients may feel slight vibration or warmth, but there's no safety concern.

What our patients say about us

This experience went exceedingly well. The entire team was warm & friendly as well as quite essentially professional. My appearance & ability to chew & enjoy food again is 100% enhanced. Thanks to everyone in the clinic.

Frank Miller USA

The treatment done was very good. All specialists knew their work extremely well and undoubtedly I will come back here for any other dental issue.

SANJANA AHMED India

Fantastic infrastructure, audio visual explanation of procedure, international expertise, affordable cost, transparent billing, excellent doctors and staffs and most important, the doctors’ skills. Highly recommended.

DR.R.DAS India

Found out about “Aesthetica” online. Awarded Best Clinic for 4 to 5 years running -very impressive. All the doctors were very professional and understanding and of course, highly skilled and competent in their field of work. All the Staff were very friendly and helpful, sms and email confirmations were an added bonus. Overall, a great experience. End result a great smile makeover. Thank you Aesthetica.

DR. SIDDHARTHA BHATTACHARYA UNITED KINGDOM

Pleasant environment. Friendly staff and doctors. Clinic is very hygienic. Professional and careful treatment. Thank you so much!

DR.NICKY KIRE Nagaland, INDIA

Wow! You all are the best! So nice! So caring and so fast. You do beautiful work and i am very grateful. I would come all the way from the usa again –it would be worth it for the high skill dental approach and very state of the art machinery …bravo!

MARY COURTNEY CALLAHAN New York, USA

I have just had a major dental overhaul with the doctors at Aesthetica. This complex process involved multiple extractions, root canal therapy, fillings & implants with bridges. I have been impressed with my treatment by the whole professional team. The team of the very competent doctors kept me explicitly informed of the options and treatment. throughout the whole process I would like to sincerely thank all and after my recovery restored smile as testimony also I would confidently recommended their services and can be contacted for any further endorsement.

JOHN A. HENSTOCK Australia

Aesthetica is the best dental care specialty. Almost everything is available in house. Apart from the doctors the support staff is also very polite and caring. This is a rarity in the field of healthcare.

MR.ANIL KADEL India

The entire team is very cooperative and greets with a smile.

NIDHI KARNANI India

I was referred by someone to this clinic and now am happy to also refer this clinic to others.

GRANT HARRIS USA

I never had any issues with delayed appointments and all...I find the staff members in the clinic very helpful too...the service rendered by them is excellent!! Do visit aesthetica, you surely won't regret...

JHILAN GANGULY India

Everyone had a smile. A word of reassurance to make one feel better, no matter who they were ...Was a friendly environment which is very important for a patient.

SHERUB.C.NIDUP

The clinic is good and well staffed. The receptionist are very helpful and welcoming.

NAVNIT MAKHARIA India

Excellent, starting from the reception desk, with Dr. Kamlesh Kothari as well as the staff assisting Dr. Agarwal have been very polite and supportive. My thanks to all of them.

SURENDRA KR GARG India

Best clinic with all modern amenities and cleanliness is well maintained

AMIT KUMAR SINHA India

I'm very satisfied for my first visit, clean and organised clinic. good response time on emails as well, which is very nice!

HANNA AGARWAL

My overall experience was great

MUNA ABDI ADEN

Very professional service from the team of doctors. Very satisfied once again and would recommend Aesthetica to anybody.

JOHN HENSTOCK Australia

Great treatment and great result, highly professional and team. Excellent job!

IVANA TARLE Dubai

I felt very comfortable and pleased with the attention of the doctor and assistants. Thankyou to the entire team of doctors at Aesthetica.

REBECCA FARLEY USA

Very smooth careful and professional work without any pain. Thanks all the doctors involved. I'm highly satisfied with my treatment.

SCHMOURLO VALERIE Malaysia

All the doctors at Aesthetica are very knowledgeable. I never felt like they didn't know what they were doing. They listened to all of my concerns and met all of my expectations. The team was able to make my teeth look natural and give them added strength. I would and will recommend this clinic to everyone." Thank you once again for a wonderful experience. I think I'll be using your services more in future.

MR. DARPA-HA-DAS Sweden

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