title: Materials used in prefabricated post and core systems. A review of the literature.
abstract: A plethora of prefabricated post and core materials is currently available for the restoration of endodontically treated teeth. The materials presented demonstrate a variety of mechanical properties and esthetic potential, while the selection of the optimum post and core system depends upon clinical judgment and the specific clinical situation.
authors.affiliation: The University of Texas Dental Branch at Houston, USA.
authors.forename: Ioli-Ioanna
authors.initials: II
authors.lastname: Artopoulou
authors.forename: Kathy L
authors.initials: KL
authors.lastname: O'Keefe
mesh_terms: D002244:Carbon; D000077482:Carbon Fiber; D002516:Ceramics; D003188:Composite Resins; D003722:Dental Alloys; D003723:Dental Amalgam; D003764:Dental Materials; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D019232:Dental Restoration Failure; D005898:Glass; D005899:Glass Ionomer Cements; D006801:Humans; D011176:Post and Core Technique
chemical_list: D000077482:Carbon Fiber; D003188:Composite Resins; D003722:Dental Alloys; D003764:Dental Materials; D005899:Glass Ionomer Cements; C009753:fiberglass; D002244:Carbon; D003723:Dental Amalgam