Endocrowns: A comprehensive review

Abstract

Endocrown are indicated after every endodontic treated tooth. For good stabilization of endocrown prevention of healthy tooth structure was essential for tooth stabilization and adhesion of tooth. Due to biomechanical preparation the chances of failure of crowns in case of endodontic treated teeth than vital teeth. In recent years there are various advancements in endodontic materials like new adhesive systems which reduces the need of post-core restoration in the tooth. In excessively damaged teeth, endocrowns are used as an alternative method of partial denture and post-core. The advantages of endocrowns are aesthetical good, increase mechanical performances, and cost-effective. This article provides areview of endocrown used for endodontically treated teeth in the clinical practice.