Main description:

This book offers a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the restoration of teeth retained through root canal treatment, from the perspective of adhesive dentistry. The challenge of adhesion to root dentin is first explained and guidance provided on assessment of the restorability of endodontically treated teeth. The types of prefabricated passive post are then described in detail. The advantages and disadvantages of each type are outlined, with identification of the factors that influence post selection. Further topics include the ferrule effect, evidence-based clinical applications of fiber posts and new methods to lute fiber posts to the root canal without dentin adhesives. In addition, frequent myths are identified and dispelled. All aspects are illustrated with clinical and laboratory images, diagrams and high-resolution electron microscopy photographs.

Contents:

Characterization of root dentin.- Challenge - Adhesion to root dentin.- Restorability of endodontically treated teeth.- Prefabricated passive posts.- What is a fiber post? Why fiber posts?.- Advantages and disadvantages of fiber posts.- Frequent myths.- Clinical studies with prefabricated passive posts.- Clinical application.