What are the pros and cons of having posts added to root canals?
Q. What are the advantages and disadvantages of having posts added to root canals? If it is not absolutely necessary, would it be wiser to wait? At what age do dentists start advising people to add posts? I have had a few front crowns for a few decades now. Thanks!!
A. Posts are required to support a crown when a tooth is badly broken. All posterior teeth and premolar teeth should have full coverage restorations made to prevent them from splitting. Anterior teeth only need to be crowned if they are very heavily filled or for aesthetic reasons
Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD
Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
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