title: Secondary intention post and core.
abstract: Methods for restoring existing crown and bridge restorations to normal function following pulp death are reviewed. Endodontic therapy must be supplemental by a reinforcing post-core system if the crown or bridge is to withstand normal functional loads indefinitely.
mesh_terms: D003442:Crowns; D000044:Dental Abutments; D003788:Dental Pulp Diseases / Q000628:therapy*; D003829:Denture, Partial; D006801:Humans; D011176:Post and Core Technique; D012390:Root Canal Therapy; D014082:Tooth Fractures / Q000628:therapy*; D014092:Tooth Root