Glossary term
Porcelain-Fused-To-Metal
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A type of dental crown or bridge in which a metal alloy substructure provides strength and durability whilst a porcelain outer layer replicates the natural appearance of tooth enamel. Although increasingly superseded by all-ceramic alternatives such as zirconia, porcelain-fused-to-metal restorations remain widely used due to their proven longevity and cost-effectiveness.