Evidence Based Analysis of Restoration in Endodontically Treated Teeth

Aim: The aim of this study was to conduct a Questionnaire - based survey on the knowledge of post endodontic restoration among different practitioners, post graduate students and intern in Telangana state. Methodology: This cross-sectional questionnaire study was conducted among interns, postgraduate students, general practitioners of Telangana state to know their awareness about post endodontic restorations in anterior and posterior teeth. This survey consists of 22 validated questions regarding post endo restorations in endodontically treated teeth, questionnaire was available by online mode and their responses were evaluated after 1 week. Results: Out of 220 questionnaires sent through online, 206 were finally included for the study.According to the results of this survey, post graduate students and speciality practitioners were aware of conservative approaches to treat endodontically treated teeth such as inlays, onlays, multiple post and core, whereas interns and general practitioners preferred full coverage crowns and results were statistically significant. Additionally, it demonstrates that no statistical significance was found when questions about the length of post-space preparation and the ferrule impact were asked. Conclusion: The findings of this survey concludes that the post graduates and speciality practitioners are more aware about the conservative preparations ofendodontically treated teeth when compared to interns and general practitioners.