Comparison Table: Important Features of Top 5 Posts Metal Endodontic
| Item | Material | Design | Ideal Indications | Additional Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ParaPost® XH™ | Titanium | Passive cemented, parallel-sided post | Glass ionomer/composite core buildups | Rounded, undercut head; raised retention |
| Flexi-Post® | Stainless Steel, Titanium Alloy | Split-shank design | – | Available in various colors/sizes |
| ParaPost® XP™ | Stainless Steel, Titanium Alloy | Flat head, parallel-sided post | Multi-rooted core restorations | Raised diamond pattern; passive cemented |
| ParaPost® XT™ | Titanium | Rounded, undercut head; threaded, parallel-sided post | Glass ionomer/composite core buildups | Raised retention; low profile threads |
| ParaPost® Endodontic | Stainless Steel, Titanium Alloy | Passive cemented, parallel-sided post | – | – |
Top 10 Endodontic Miscellaneous Supplies
1. ParaPost® XH™ Titanium Alloy Post – Coltene
ParaPost® XH™ is a passive cemented, parallel-sided post with rounded, undercut head for direct post/core buildups in one appointment. This titanium alloy post is ideal for glass ionomer/composite core buildups, which require the safety of a passive post.
- Rounded edges of the head minimize stress points that could lead to core failure
- Undercut, slotted head securely locks on glass ionomer and composite core materials firmly and easily
- Raised diamond-shape retention pattern provides maximum retention with the additional safety of a passive post
2. Flexi-Post® Prefabricated Split Shank Post, Stainless Steel Refills – Essential Dental Systems
The Flexi-Post® unique split-shank design absorbs and reduces the stresses of insertion.
- Refill package available in various colors and sizes for stainless steel prefabricated split shank post
- Available in medical grade stainless steel or titanium alloy
3. ParaPost® XP™ Post System, Stainless Steel Refill – Coltene
ParaPost® XP™ is a titanium alloy or stainless steel post system that includes passive cemented, parallel-sided posts with a flat head for direct post and core buildups in one appointment. Ideal indications include multi-rooted core restorations.
- 47% more resistance to rotation
- 50 percent more tensile retention
- 68 percent more resistance to oblique forces than ParaPost or ParaPost Plus due to the unique patented raised diamond pattern on the post shaft
4. ParaPost® XT™ Titanium Posts, Refill – Coltene
ParaPost® XT™ are threaded, parallel-sided posts with rounded, undercut heads for direct post/core buildups in one appointment. Ideal for glass ionomer and composite core buildups, which require extra retention and extra safety.
- Rounded edges of the head minimize stress points that could lead to core failure
- Undercut, slotted head securely locks on glass ionomer and composite core materials firmly and easily
- Low profile threads cut a clear path through the dentin, minimizing insertional stress
- Raised diamond-shape retention pattern in the apical section provides additional retention and greater resistance against rotation
- Parallel sides distribute functional stress equally along the entire length of the post
5. ParaPost® Endodontic Post System, Stainless Steel Refill – Coltene
ParaPost® System is a universal endodontic post system for direct post and core buildups and all casting techniques. Posts are passive cemented and parallel-sided, available in either stainless steel or titanium.
6. Flexi-Post® Prefabricated Split Shank Post by Essential Dental Systems
Refill package in various colors and sizes for titanium prefabricated split shank post.
7. IntegraPost™ Refills – Premier Dental Products
IntegraPost™ is the ultra-passive, ultra-secure integrating core retainer with the patented Flow-Thru-Head® that ensures full integration of the post head and core buildup.
- Made from bio-compatible titanium alloy
- Parallel passive design that creates an adhesive buffer zone
- Six post sizes
8. Anchorage Gold-Plated Posts – JS Dental
Anchorage Gold-Plated Posts are designed with a cross-cut head that can be splayed and aids in retention of core and crown material. The root canal is prepared with a reamer that matches the shape of the post, thus maximizing cement retention while minimizing the risk of root fractures that may occur when using drills or reamers with sharp angle tips.
- Parallel-sided middle section
- Anatomical cone-shaped tip for optimum retention
- Conforms to root morphology
- Manufactured by Directa
9. Mirapost Classic Gold Plated Screw Posts – Hager Worldwide
Mirapost Classic Gold Plated Screw Posts have a self-cutting thread that can be screwed in directly or cemented as part of a post build-up restoration.
10. SURTEX™ Surface Treated Gold-Plated Post by Dentatus USA Ltd
SURTEX™ Surface Treated Gold-Plated Posts provide greater surface area for micro adhesion to composite materials, and are anti-rotational. Square cross-cut head can be expanded in any plane to fit within the anticipated aesthetic core form.
- Nonreflective surface greatly enhances esthetic results
- Surface treated for better retention
- Anatomical geometry for passive placement
