Fiber post placement with new tools

Choosing the optimal restoration for a root filled tooth requires consideration of a number of interrelated factors. When deciding on the most appropriate restoration, the following objectives should be considered (Bhuva 2008) Prevention of microbial leakage into the root canal system Restoration of form, occlusal stability and adequate contact points with the neighbouring teeth Restoration of function Protection of the residual tooth structure against further (carious and noncarious) hard tissue loss and fracture Maintenance of health of the marginal periodontal tissues Optimal aesthetics. The use intraradicular posts in root filled teeth has been an area of much discussion and controversy. The decision of when to place a post mainly depends on the coronal hard tissue loss, the tooth type and…