Gold crown restoration is the treatment of choice
for the restoration of a tooth that has been greatly
weakened by caries or large, failing restorations.
For such weakened teeth the superior physical
properties of gold alloy are desirable to withstand
occlusal loads placed on the restoration. This can
be designed to distribute masticatory forces over
the tooth in a manner that decreases the chance
of tooth fracture in the future. The advantages
of the restoration are superior strength, superior
longevity, superior fit, and less required tooth
reduction.
