Endodontically treated teeth

 # Endodontically treated teeth:

A. Decay and breakdown rapidly

B. Require no special design or restoration

C. Are weak and can fracture due to occlusal forces

D. Are more stronger

The correct answer is C. Are weak and can fracture due to occlusal forces.

Routinely, teeth that have had endodontic treatment are weak and subject to fracture from occlusal forces. These teeth require restorations designed to provide protection from this injury. This particularly applies to posterior teeth, which are subjected to greater stress.

Ref: Sturdevant’s Art and Science of Operative Dentistry, 7th Edition, Page no e125

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