The Captek™ crown represents an alternative to a conventional cast metal PFM restoration. This unique high noble, rich yellow colored coping is manufactured via a patented technique and formulation utilizing capillary action and infusion to create a thin, high strength metal substrate. This technology combined with high strength ceramic materials and our experience enables us to offer you and your patient a conservative, strong, and highly esthetic restoration.
Advantages
Excellent Esthetics / No Gray Line at the Margin
Conservative Tooth Preparation / Less Tooth Reduction Required
Clinically Proven Biocompatibility
Minimizes Bacterial Build-up / Leads to Healthier Periodontal Tissue
Highly Accurate Internal Fit and Marginal Integrity
Convenience of Cementability
Recommended Preparation Type
Conventional crown and bridge preparation techniques are acceptable.
Recommended Incisal/Occlusal clearance measurement
Superior esthetics can be accomplished at 0.8-1.0mm facial reduction on anterior crowns when typical reduction is not possible and the routinely recommended 1.5-2.0mm of occlusal clearance for posterior crowns.
Recommended Cement and Technique
Any crown and bridge cement can be used. The best bond strength is accomplished with Panavia or Meta Bond C&B.
Captek is a registered trademark of Precious Chemicals, Inc.
ADA Insurance Codes
D2720: Single Crown
D6750: Bridge Abutment
D6240: Bridge Pontic