Removal of restorative posts for the purpose of nonsurgical endodontic retreatment: report of cases.
Nonsurgical endodontic retreatment can be a successful treatment option, especially if the existing root canal therapy is technically deficient. It is the preferred treatment for most endodontic failures unless iatrogenic, restorative, or morphological factors dictate otherwise. A restorative post in the involved canal is usually considered an indication for apical surgery; however, in cases where nonsurgical retreatment is preferable to surgical management, many posts can be removed.
Long Island College Hospital, Brooklyn, NY.
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D003442:Crowns; D006801:Humans; D011176:Post and Core Technique; D012086:Reoperation; D012390:Root Canal Therapy / Q000379:methods*