Post placement and restoration of endodontically treated teeth: a literature review.
The restoration of endodontically treated teeth is a topic that is extensively studied and yet remains controversial from many perspectives. This article reviews the major pertinent literature on this topic, with an emphasis on major decision-making elements in post placement and restoration of endodontically treated teeth. Recommendations are made for treatment planning, materials, and clinical practices from restorative and endodontic perspectives.
Schwartz
Richard S
RS
Graduate Endodontics and Department of General Dentistry, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, USA. sasunny@satx.rr.com
Robbins
James W
JW
D002484:Cementation; D003763:Dental Leakage / Q000150:complications; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D017268:Dental Prosthesis Retention; D019232:Dental Restoration Failure; D020878:Device Removal; D006801:Humans; D011176:Post and Core Technique; D019553:Tooth, Nonvital