Fig. 1

The decision of when to place a post mainly depends on the coronal hard tissue loss, the tooth type and the final restoration. Post placement seems to be more frequently used for indirect restorations compared to direct restorations (Naumann et  al. 2016). Clinical evidence for a positive effect of post  placement  remains  controversial.  

Ferrari et  al. (2012) performed a randomized clinical trial and concluded that insertion of a fiber post and coronal tissue loss were significant factors for tooth survival and restoration success in root filled premolars with various levels of destruction. 

Definition of structure loss prior to restoration of root filled teeth remains an important issue; additionally, the amount of remaining coronal tooth structure will also be affected by the preparation for the covering restoration (Juloski et  al. 2014, Ferrari et  al. 2017)

Therefore, posts should be placed ‘passively’, without mechanical preparation of the root canal space.

However, it is very important to clean the space that will accommodate the pin very well in order to optimize it.

Fig. 2

Placing a fiber post is a technique sensitive procedure, due to the difficulty of placing the adhesive into the root canal, the high C-factor, the limited visibility and the need to select and applicate the correct luting system.

Debonding has been described as one of the most common failures in teeth restored with adhesively luted endodontic posts (Rasimick et al. 2010) and can be directly associated with adhesive bonding issues within the root canal

Fig. 3

The application of the correct bonding systems, their drying and the preparation of the post can be difficult steps if not well managed.

Some ergonomic devices like CREO can simplify these steps to avoid errors that could compromise the effectiveness of our reconstruction.

Fig. 4

Using the CREO bracelet it is possible to insert the pins to be used in the respective holes. 

The tool therefore allows us to manage the pin and also the necessary liquids, making us have everything “ready to use”

Fig. 5
DR. Francinelli Jacopo
- Degree with honors in Brescia in 2018
- Numerous private courses in the field of endodontics
- 2020 2nd level post-graduate Master in Clinical and Microsurgical Endodontics at the University of Brescia with full marks and honors
- from 2019 he is clinical tutor in the 3rd year of Dentistry alongside Prof. Salgarello
- from 2021 he is tutor for the aforementioned university master
- He collaborates with the Spedali Civili of Brescia as a freelancer
- He has published articles in national and international journals
- Contract professor for the University of Brescia
- Member of the Italian Academy of Microscopic Dentistry
- Collaborate with colleagues in some private courses focused on endodontics
- He carries out his freelance activity in the province of Brescia dedicating himself mainly to micro-endodontics

Conclusions

The survival of teeth and restorations following root canal treatment is affected by a large number of variables which include the residual volume of tooth structure.

In some cases the use of fiber post for increase the retention of the restoration will be helpful.

The protocol for cementation of these restorations appears highly relevant to their success. 

These tools that improve ergonomics relieve the psychological load of the dentist allowing him to better manage the cementation protocol with greater serenity to offer the patient a better result.

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Bhuva B, Giovarruscio M, Rahim N, Bitter K, Mannocci F. The restoration of root filled teeth: a review of the clinical literature. Int Endod J. 2021 Apr;54(4):509-535. doi: 10.1111/iej.13438. Epub 2021 Jan 5. PMID: 33128279.