Polytetrafluoroethylene for interim restoration of post spaces

J Prosthet Dent. 2023 Aug 26:S0022-3913(23)00498-5. doi: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2023.07.029. Online ahead of print.

Abstract

Bacterial recontamination of the empty space is of concern in the time between the post space preparation and cementation of a cast post-and-core. This dental technique describes a novel treatment approach with sterilized polytetrafluoroethylene tape and a reinforced zinc-oxide eugenol restorative material to maintaining asepsis of the root canal space while awaiting fabrication and delivery of a cast post-and-core. On delivery of the cast post-and-core, the material can be removed with minimal time and effort.