title: Evolving technology in endodontic posts.
abstract: This article provides a brief overview of important, recent changes in the philosophy, materials, and technology that have impacted significantly on the art and science of endodontic post placement.
authors.affiliation: New York University, New York, New York, USA.
authors.forename: Mark L
authors.initials: ML
authors.lastname: Pitel
authors.forename: Norman L
authors.initials: NL
authors.lastname: Hicks
mesh_terms: D001672:Biocompatible Materials / Q000737:chemistry; D002244:Carbon / Q000737:chemistry; D000077482:Carbon Fiber; D002484:Cementation; D002516:Ceramics / Q000737:chemistry; D055598:Chemical Phenomena; D002627:Chemistry, Physical; D003287:Contrast Media / Q000737:chemistry; D003722:Dental Alloys / Q000737:chemistry; D003764:Dental Materials / Q000737:chemistry; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D017268:Dental Prosthesis Retention; D004548:Elasticity; D004853:Epoxy Resins / Q000737:chemistry; D005898:Glass / Q000737:chemistry; D006801:Humans; D011176:Post and Core Technique; D019233:Retreatment; D012390:Root Canal Therapy; D013314:Stress, Mechanical; D013674:Technology, Dental
chemical_list: D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D000077482:Carbon Fiber; D003287:Contrast Media; D003722:Dental Alloys; D003764:Dental Materials; D004853:Epoxy Resins; C009753:fiberglass; D002244:Carbon