Fixed Prosthetics is a branch of dentistry that deals with the creation and placement of permanent crowns to restore the function and aesthetics of lost or damaged teeth. Fixed crowns are those that cannot be removed by the patient but are placed by the dentist in a way that keeps them securely fixed in the mouth. They are used to replace missing teeth due to cavities, trauma, disease, or other factors.

Types of Fixed Prosthetics:

1. Dental Crown:

   • Description: A crown is a cap that helps restore the shape, aesthetics, and strength of a tooth. It also protects damaged teeth from cavities or previous trauma.
   • Materials: 
     Metal – Porcelain
     Zirconia
     Zirconia – Porcelain
     E-Max

2. Metal-Porcelain Crown:

   • Description: This is a crown with an internal metal structure for strength, while the outer layer is covered with porcelain.
   • Benefit: The combination of metal and porcelain provides durability and aesthetics, making it suitable for teeth that require high strength.

3. Zirconia Crown:

   • Description: A zirconia crown is one of the most modern and aesthetic options in fixed prosthetics. It is highly durable and closely resembles the natural color of teeth. Benefit: The zirconia crown is very strong and has a natural appearance, making it suitable for front and visible teeth.

4. E-Max Veneer:

   • Description: E-Max veneers are a special type of porcelain veneers that provide a natural look and are highly durable. They are used to cover the surface of front teeth to improve the appearance of discolored, fragile, misaligned, or chipped teeth.
   • Benefit: They are strong, durable, and have a natural color, making them ideal for visible front teeth in a smile.

5. Crown on Dental Implants:

   • Description: This is a crown placed on a dental implant, which is inserted into the jawbone to support the crown. This treatment is used when a tooth is lost, and a functional and aesthetic replacement is needed.
   • Benefit: The implant provides a stable and long-lasting replacement for missing teeth and is more durable and natural compared to removable dentures.