Endo Posts & Drills
Endo posts and drills are restorative and preparatory dental devices used after root canal treatment to support core build-ups, crowns, and bridges on endodontically treated teeth. Dentalkart stocks fiber posts, metal posts, glass posts, and matching post-space drills from Dentsply, Coltene, FGM, and Angelus. Trusted by 50,000+ dentists across India, with COD and pan-India delivery on 110,000+ pincodes.
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Endo posts and drills are restorative and preparatory dental devices used after root canal treatment, where the post anchors a core build-up inside the prepared root canal and the drill prepares the post space to the manufacturer's recommended depth. The category covers fiber-reinforced composite posts, titanium and stainless-steel metal posts, quartz-fiber and glass-fiber posts, post-space drills sized to each post system, and pack formats from individual refills to assorted intro kits. All endo posts and drills on Dentalkart are sourced from manufacturers and authorised distributors.
Types of Endo Posts and Drills
Fiber Posts
Fiber posts are made of fibres bonded in a resin matrix, with a modulus of elasticity close to dentine that reduces the risk of vertical root fracture. They are radiopaque, retrievable, and bond chemically to dual-cure resin cements. Example: fiber posts on Dentalkart.
Glass-Fiber and Quartz-Fiber Posts
Glass-fiber posts use unidirectional glass fibres in epoxy resin, and quartz-fiber posts use silanised quartz fibres for higher fatigue resistance. Both transmit curing light along the post body, supporting reliable polymerisation of resin cement at depth.
Metal Posts
Metal posts include titanium and stainless-steel pre-fabricated parallel-sided or tapered designs used where high core retention is needed. They are indicated in posterior teeth with significant coronal loss and are cemented with conventional or self-adhesive resin cement.
Post-Space Drills
Post-space drills are system-matched reamers and Peeso-style drills that remove obturating material to a calibrated depth, leaving 4 to 5 mm of apical gutta-percha for seal preservation. Each post system supplies its own drill diameter and length.
Intro Kits and Refill Packs
Intro kits combine assorted post sizes with the matching drill in a single boxed assortment, useful for setting up a new post system in the practice. Refill packs supply additional posts of a single size or assorted pack format for ongoing replenishment.
When are endo posts used?
Endo posts are used in restorative dentistry after root canal treatment to retain a core build-up on teeth with extensive coronal destruction, where the remaining tooth structure cannot reliably support a direct or indirect restoration on its own.
- Severely broken-down endodontically treated teeth needing core build-up
- Pre-prosthetic restoration before crown preparation
- Anterior aesthetic restorations using translucent fiber posts
- Posterior load-bearing rehabilitation with metal or fiber posts
- Replacement of failed pre-existing post-and-core restorations
- Foundation for fixed bridge abutments after endodontic therapy
How to choose the right endo post
- Remaining tooth structure: when less than 50% of the coronal tooth remains, a post-supported core is usually indicated; when more remains, a direct core without a post may suffice.
- Post material: fiber posts for aesthetic and dentine-similar elasticity; metal posts for high retention in posterior teeth.
- Post shape: parallel-sided posts offer higher retention; tapered posts conserve apical dentine and follow the canal anatomy.
- Cementation system: dual-cure resin cement with a compatible silane primer for fiber posts; self-adhesive resin or conventional cement for metal posts.
- Post space depth: leave at least 4 to 5 mm of apical gutta-percha intact to preserve the apical seal during drill preparation.
- Drill compatibility: use the post-space drill supplied with the system to match the post diameter exactly and avoid an over-prepared canal.
Endo post and drill brands available on Dentalkart
Dentalkart stocks endo posts and drills from Dentsply, Coltene, FGM, Angelus, SuperEndo, Medicept, Mani, Ammdent, Itena, Prime Dental, Hahnenkratt, and AAA. Each brand is supplied through authorised distribution with original packaging and lot-level traceability.
Why buy endo posts and drills from Dentalkart
Dentalkart supplies 100% genuine endo posts and drills sourced from manufacturers and authorised distributors, with a 10-day replacement policy on eligible items. Pan-India delivery reaches 110,000+ pincodes with COD and EMI on qualifying orders. Endodontic product specialists are available for system-matching and pack-format queries, supported by clinical literature so practitioners can plan post-and-core cases with confidence before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
What is the purpose of endo posts in restorative dentistry?
The purpose of endo posts in restorative dentistry is to anchor a core build-up inside the root canal of an endodontically treated tooth, providing the retention needed for a final crown when remaining coronal tooth structure is insufficient. The post itself does not strengthen the root, it only retains the core.
What is the difference between fiber posts and metal posts?
The difference between fiber posts and metal posts is material, modulus of elasticity, and aesthetics. Fiber posts use fibres in resin with elasticity close to dentine and are tooth-coloured for anterior aesthetic cases. Metal posts use titanium or stainless steel with high rigidity and superior retention, typically reserved for posterior teeth under occlusal load.
Which endo post is best for anterior aesthetic restorations?
For anterior aesthetic restorations, translucent fiber posts and quartz-fiber posts are the best choice because they transmit curing light along the post body and avoid the dark gingival shadow seen with metal posts. The translucency also supports natural-looking ceramic crowns and direct composite build-ups.
How much gutta-percha should remain after post-space preparation?
After post-space preparation, at least 4 to 5 mm of apical gutta-percha should remain to preserve the apical seal of the root canal obturation. The post-space drill supplied with each system is calibrated to this depth, and the operator should verify with a radiograph before cementing the post.
Are endo posts on Dentalkart genuine and authorised?
Endo posts on Dentalkart are genuine and procured from manufacturers and authorised distributors. Brands including Dentsply, Coltene, FGM, and Angelus are supplied in original sealed packaging with lot-level traceability. Dentalkart offers a 10-day replacement policy on eligible items for quality or fulfilment issues.