Preference Of Acrylic Crowns In Permanent Teeth Of Paediatric Patients In Dental Teaching Hospitals

Aim: To assess the preference of acrylic crowns in permanent teeth of paediatric patients in dental teaching hospitals. Materials and Methods: In this retrospective study, data was collected from the records of patients who visited the Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry at Saveetha Dental College from June 2019 to March 2020. 73 children who fulfilled the criteria were included in the study. Descriptive statistics and chi square test was done. Results: The analysis showed that the boys required acrylic crowns more than girls. The most common age group that required acrylic crowns was 11-15 years and the most common tooth was maxillary permanent central incisors. This study shows positive correlation and is not significant since p=0.706. Conclusion: Within the limits of the study, acrylic crowns were more commonly given to boys. Permanent maxillary central incisors were the teeth that received the maximum number of acrylic crowns. Clinical Significance: Acrylic crowns can be used for permanent teeth that have received endodontic therapy