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Post core systems in crown and bridgework *
Author(s) -
Henry P. J.,
Bower R. C.
Publication year - 1977
Publication title -
australian dental journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.701
H-Index - 71
eISSN - 1834-7819
pISSN - 0045-0421
DOI - 10.1111/j.1834-7819.1977.tb04443.x
Subject(s) - crown (dentistry) , dentistry , core (optical fiber) , orthodontics , materials science , medicine , composite material
A bstract — Pulpless teeth require reinforcement if they are to act as supports for crown and bridgework restorations. Post core reinforcements can be accomplished by utilization of post core systems which offer the clinician a broad range of techniques. The mechanical procedures involved should be biologically oriented and related to stress distribution to the tooth root.