Children can get all-ceramic crowns only if they are getting them on permanent teeth. If your child is getting a crown on a baby tooth (also called a primary tooth), talk to his dentist about metal-containing crowns. If your child is allergic to the metals in non-ceramic crowns, you may want to ask about alternative options. According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, all-porcelain (ceramic) crowns can only be used when the teeth and gums are in their adult position.
So, if your child needs a crown for a permanent tooth, there shouldn't be a problem with a ceramic crown. If he needs it for a baby tooth, though, your dentist should be able to suggest a good alternative.
Children can get all-ceramic crowns only if they are getting them
on permanent teeth. If your child is getting a crown on a baby
tooth (also called a primary tooth), talk to his dentist about
metal-containing crowns. If your child is...
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Dr. De Vizio of Colgate answered:Children can get all-ceramic crowns only if they are getting them on permanent teeth. If your child is getting a crown on a baby tooth (also called a primary tooth), talk to his dentist about metal-containing crowns. If your child is allergic to the metals in non-ceramic crowns, you may want to ask about alternative options. According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, all-porcelain (ceramic) crowns can only be used when the teeth and gums are in their adult position.
