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ReviewCureus2025

Comparative Evaluation of Esthetic Zirconia Crowns in Children: A Comprehensive Review.

Ameera M Alrassan, Sama S Alsaad, Hawraa F Alsunni, Sarah H Alsalman, Fahad K Almasoudi, Maha I Alsane, Khallad Z Alqarni, Mona A Masmali, Mazen A Alhodaithy, Daniah A Basheer and 4 more

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Review in Cureus, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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5 · Who and what money

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14 authors.

Ameera M AlrassanCollege of Dentistry, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, SAU.
Sama S AlsaadPediatric Dentistry, King Saud Medical City, Ministry of Health, Riyadh, SAU.
Hawraa F AlsunniDentistry, Ministry of Health, Al-Ahsa, SAU.
Sarah H AlsalmanDentistry, Ministry of Health, Al-Ahsa, SAU.
Fahad K AlmasoudiCollege of Dentistry, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, SAU.
Maha I AlsaneCollege of Dentistry, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, SAU.
Khallad Z AlqarniCollege of Dentistry, King Khalid University, Abha, SAU.
Mona A MasmaliDentistry, Ministry of Health, Jazan, SAU.
Mazen A AlhodaithyDentistry, Ministry of Health, Qassim, SAU.
Daniah A BasheerDentistry, Ministry of Health, Tabuk, SAU.
Tala S KhiderFaculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, SAU.
Moodhi N AlsubaeiCollege of Dentistry, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, SAU.
Bushra M WasiliDentistry, Ministry of Health, Abha, SAU.
Amal H AlsaffarPediatric Dentistry, Ministry of Health, Qatif, SAU.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Restoration of primary teeth is a fundamental component of pediatric dental care. While traditional crown types have long been used, the introduction of zirconia crowns has marked a significant advancement in terms of esthetics, durability, and biological compatibility. Given their increasing popularity, a narrative evaluation of zirconia crowns relative to other available options is warranted. Therefore, this comprehensive narrative review aims to provide an evidence-based comparison of zirconia crowns with other restorations used for primary teeth. By synthesizing data from current literature, this review aims to offer clinicians a detailed understanding of the comparative advantages, limitations, and clinical considerations associated with zirconia crowns in pediatric dental rehabilitation. Zirconia crowns provide a clinically superior option for rehabilitation of primary teeth, combining esthetic excellence with functional durability. Their advantages across multiple outcome domains support their increasing adoption in pediatric dentistry. Continued research into long-term outcomes will further optimize their clinical utility.

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childrenesthetic crownspediatric dentistryprimary teethzirconia crowns

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PMID41181730
PMCPMC12579444

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