Early childhood caries often results in extensive destruction of primary molars, requiring pulpotomy followed by full-coronal restoration to ensure long-term function and durability. Zirconia crowns have become a popular esthetic restorative option; however, limited evidence is available regarding the clinical performance of custom-made zirconia crowns compared with prefabricated zirconia crowns. This randomized controlled clinical trial aims to compare the clinical performance of custom-made and prefabricated zirconia crowns placed on pulpotomized primary molars. Clinical performance will be evaluated using standardized clinical and radiographic outcome measures over the follow-up period to determine whether custom-made zirconia crowns provide comparable or improved outcomes.
Inclusion Criteria:
Children aged 5-8 years.
Exclusion Criteria:
Children with systemic health issues.
Participants will receive custom-made zirconia crowns placed on pulpotomized primary molars according to the study protocol.
Participants will receive prefabricated zirconia crowns placed on pulpotomized primary molars according to the study protocol.
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