Stainless steel crowns (SSC) are the most commonly used restorative material in primary teeth and it is often used as an interim restoration in permanent teeth in certain condition. It was first described by Engle and popularized by Humphrey in1950. SSC is the most durable restorative material which is mainly indicated after pulp therapy, or in multi-surface carious tooth. Present review of literature aims to provide insight view of stainless steel crown.