What is Post and Core?

Post

It is the rigid material placed in the root canal after the root canal treatment . It extends into the root canal and provides retention.

Core

A material placed over the post to build strength and to hold the crown.

How does my Post and Core helps?

  1. Support the Crown .
  2. Strengthen the tooth.
  3. Restores the function of the tooth.

What materials are used?

  1. Fiber post - flexible and tooth coloured snd its suitable for anterior teeth
  2. Metal post - strong and long lasting preferred for posterior teeth .
  3. Tooth coloured core material.

Procedure of Post and Core

Step 1. Root canal treatment. Step 2. Post Space preparation. Step 3. Post selection and cementation. Step 4. Core build-up. Step 5. Placement of the crown.

Conclusion

The post and core system plays a vital role in restoring endodontically treated teeth with extensive coronal damage. Success relies on proper diagnosis, material selection, adherence to biomechanical principles, clinical expertise and proper post treatment care.