Restoration of endodontically treated teeth.
Endodontically treated teeth have lost substantial tooth structure as a result of previous restorations, dental caries, and the access preparation for the endodontic therapy. The topic of restoring these teeth is complex and controversial, and their long-term prognosis is directly connected to the quality of the final restoration. This article describes contemporary knowledge of the biomechanical principles related to the restoration of pulpless teeth and provides a critical review of currently available materials and methods.
Morgano
Steven M
SM
Department of Restorative Sciences and Biomaterials, Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine, MA 02118-2392, USA. smorgano@bu.edu
Rodrigues
Antonio H C
AH
Sabrosa
Carlos Eduardo
CE
D003442:Crowns; D003738:Dental Cements / Q000737:chemistry; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D003793:Dental Restoration, Permanent / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D011176:Post and Core Technique / Q000295:instrumentation; D012390:Root Canal Therapy; D019553:Tooth, Nonvital / Q000628:therapy*
D003738:Dental Cements