L W Stockton1. 1. Faculty of Dentistry, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.stocktn@ms.umanitoba.ca
Abstract
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM: An extensive review of the published literature has revealed a wide divergence of opinion regarding the suitability of different post systems for endodontically treated teeth. As a result, the dentist has no clear guidelines concerning the selection of suitable post systems that will provide adequate retention while minimizing subsequent root fracture. PURPOSE: This study formulated, through the literature search, a set of guidelines to assist the dentist in selecting an endodontic post system that would optimize retention while limiting root fracture. RESULTS: For most clinical situations, the literature indicates that a passive parallel-sided post will, in the hands of the average practitioner, allow the dentist to successfully restore most endodontically treated teeth.
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM: An extensive review of the published literature has revealed a wide divergence of opinion regarding the suitability of different post systems for endodontically treated teeth. As a result, the dentist has no clear guidelines concerning the selection of suitable post systems that will provide adequate retention while minimizing subsequent root fracture. PURPOSE: This study formulated, through the literature search, a set of guidelines to assist the dentist in selecting an endodontic post system that would optimize retention while limiting root fracture. RESULTS: For most clinical situations, the literature indicates that a passive parallel-sided post will, in the hands of the average practitioner, allow the dentist to successfully restore most endodontically treated teeth.
Authors: Felice R Grassi; Carmine Pappalettere; Mariasevera Di Comite; Massimo Corsalini; Giorgio Mori; Andrea Ballini; Vito Crincoli; Francesco Pettini; Biagio Rapone; Antonio Boccaccio Journal: Int J Med Sci Date: 2012-09-24 Impact factor: 3.738