Coronoradicular rehabilitation with a carbon-fiber post.

Endodontically treated teeth present a myriad of problems because of coronal destruction from caries, previous restorations, and coronal access. Previously, a post was considered necessary to strengthen a tooth and to resist intraoral forces. However, recent research has indicated that not all endodontically treated teeth require a post, core, and crown. Each clinical situation must be evaluated and the need for a post and/or the appropriate post determined. The recent introduction of a carbon-fiber post may reduce some of the problems inherent with metal posts. Proper placement, advantages, and disadvantages are discussed.