Failures of crown and fixed partial dentures - A clinical survey

Failure of restorations is an important concern in dentistry. A clinical survey was conducted to assess the various failures associated with crowns and fixed partial dentures. The number of units involved and the type of materials used in fabrication of prosthesis were taken into consideration and the frequency of failures was analyzed. Out of 87 cases surveyed, 68 crowns and 19 fixed partial dentures demonstrated failure. The most common cause of failure in crown and fixed partial dentures was due to the lack of retention.Keywords: Crowns, fixed partial dentures, failure