title: Esthetic and functional consideration in restoring endodontically treated teeth.
abstract: The selection of the best restoration for an endodontically treated tooth in the aesthetic zone depends on strength and the ability to recreate the form, function, and aesthetics of the natural tooth. The increased use of all-ceramic materials is a result of improved ceramic materials and adhesive systems. However, the advent of the current variety of translucent ceramic systems makes the shade of the abutment important in achieving the desired aesthetic outcome. This article discusses the different types of posts used in the restoration.
authors.affiliation: Department of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, New York University College of Dentistry, 345 East 24th Street, New York, NY 10010, USA. ComposiDoc@aol.com
authors.forename: Richard D
authors.initials: RD
authors.lastname: Trushkowsky
mesh_terms: D000044:Dental Abutments; D001840:Dental Bonding; D003764:Dental Materials / Q000737:chemistry; D003776:Dental Porcelain / Q000737:chemistry; D003793:Dental Restoration, Permanent / Q000379:methods*; D004955:Esthetics, Dental; D006801:Humans; D011176:Post and Core Technique / Q000145:classification; D012390:Root Canal Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D019553:Tooth, Nonvital / Q000628:therapy*
chemical_list: D003764:Dental Materials; D003776:Dental Porcelain