Description

All too often, patients with fractured teeth are referred for extraction and implant treatment with little regard for the conservative option of root post and build-up. However, endodontic and implant treatments have been shown to have equal outcomes when appropriately selected and performed to a high standard. Advances in endodontic technology and instrumentation have allowed the clinician to visualize, identify and treat complex root morphology that would have been unmanageable a decade ago, and advances in restorative materials have expanded treatment options for the patient, clinician and technician. The improved technology has allowed the clinician to treat many clinical challenges through simpler, more conservative and more economical methods. 

This book provides a detailed and scientific description of the development of the root post and abutment system and the importance of the adhesive design concept when filling the root canal. The author presents the various applications and restorative techniques that he uses on a daily basis to restore the root canal, and the aesthetics speak for themselves. 

All aspects are covered, from general design criteria and the components of the root post and abutment systems to post materials, adhesives, material selection, build-up and finally the coronal restoration.

The clinical protocols are meticulously illustrated with excellent quality, and additional video and scientific content can be accessed via QR codes. If you want minimally invasive treatment with maximum aesthetics, this book is for you.

Table of contents

Chapter 1. Esthetic Post Systems

Chapter 2. The Adhesive Design Concept

Chapter 3. Clinical Applications for Restoring "Compromised" Endodontically Treated Teeth

Chapter 4. Clinical Applications for Restoring "End Stage" Endodontically Treated Teeth