What is a crown build up with pins? what is crown-porc/base metal? finally, what is pre-fab dowel post & core? i need these for two teeth.

Type of restoration: crown build up or post is a type of dental restoration used to stabilize and reenforced a weakened tooth or provide an anchor for a crown. If your tooth is damaged but not lost, a porc/base metal crown can be used to restore its shape, appearance and function.

Speak with dentist: Speak with your dentist so you know exactly what is being done and possibly billed to your insurance. Pins have generally fallen out of favor due to the fact that they cause fractures in the tooth. Post and cores are used to buildup a tooth that has had root canal. If possible for aesthetics do an e-max crown for an anterior tooth and a zirconia crown for a posterior tooth.

Dental Terminology: These are various methods to reinforce teeth and prosthetics for those teeth. You are probably looking at an estimate for proposed treatment. Please discuss your care with your treating dentist so that you can understand what is being proposed.