Post and Core Treatment in Surat | Rebuild a Broken Tooth

Rebuilding Teeth From The Inside

Not Enough Tooth Left for a Crown? We'll Build One.

When decay, a fracture, or an old filling has taken most of a tooth, you'll often hear that there isn't enough left to hold a crown, and that extraction is next. It usually isn't. Post and core treatment in Surat at Summirow Dental Hospital rebuilds the tooth from the inside out: a fiber-reinforced post anchors into the treated root canal, a core is sculpted around it to replace what was lost, and your crown finally has something solid to sit on. The tooth you were told to give up on goes back to work instead.

Fiber-Reinforced Posts
Custom Core Build-Up
Saves Teeth Facing Extraction

Completed in 1–2 Visits
Natural Tooth-Coloured Materials
Crown-Ready Foundation

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Structural Support, Not Removal

What Is Post and Core Treatment?

A tooth that has lost most of its structure can't hold a crown on a filling alone — there simply isn't enough left to grip. Post and core treatment solves that in two parts: a small biocompatible post is cemented into the root canal to act as an internal anchor, and a core material is built around it to recreate the missing tooth. Together they form a foundation strong enough to carry a crown for years. Your dentist may recommend it when:

Your tooth has already had root canal treatment
There isn't enough natural tooth structure left to hold a crown
The tooth is severely broken, worn, or weakened
An old, large filling has failed and taken more tooth with it
Long-term durability is needed before a crown goes on

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How We Rebuild Your Tooth

Your Post and Core Treatment, Step by Step

Evaluation & X-Ray

We assess how much tooth remains, check the root canal beneath, and confirm the tooth is a genuine candidate, before committing you to anything.

Post Placement for Internal Strength

A biocompatible post, fiber or metal, is placed into the treated root canal, becoming the internal anchor the rebuilt tooth is built around.

Core Build-Up for Reconstruction

Specialized dental material is shaped around the post to recreate the lost portion of the tooth, a solid, precisely contoured base.

Crown Placement

Once the buildup is stable, a custom crown restores full chewing strength, natural shape, and appearance. The rescue is complete.

Why Choose Us

Why Rebuilding Beats Removing

Your Natural Tooth Stays Put

No implant, no bridge, no gap, the tooth root nature gave you keeps doing its job, and your jawbone keeps its stimulation.

Fiber Posts, Modern Technique

We use fiber-reinforced posts that distribute stress evenly and match natural tooth colour, better aesthetics and less fracture risk than older metal-only approaches.

Crowns That Stay Crowned

A proper core is why crowns stay put and teeth stop re-fracturing, most crown failures trace back to a foundation that was never built properly.

Cheaper Than Starting Over

Rebuilding a tooth costs considerably less than extraction followed by an implant and crown, and takes far less of your time.

Where This Fits

Root Canal → Post & Core → Crown: Why All Three?

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Post And Core Faqs

Your Questions, Answered by Our Specialists

Is post and core treatment painful?

No. The tooth is numbed with local anaesthesia, and in most cases the tooth has already had a root canal, meaning its nerve is gone and there's nothing left to feel pain with. Most patients report little to no discomfort during or after.

I just had a root canal. Why do I need this too?

Because a root canal cleans the tooth but doesn't rebuild it. If enough natural structure remains, your crown can go straight on. But when decay or fracture has taken most of the tooth, there's nothing for the crown to grip, post and core creates that foundation. It isn't an add-on; it's what makes the crown survivable.

How long does the procedure take?

Usually one to two visits, depending on your case and whether the crown is fabricated at the same time. The post and core itself is typically completed in a single appointment.

Fiber post or metal post, what's the difference?

Fiber posts flex in a way that's closer to natural tooth structure, distributing chewing stress more evenly and reducing root-fracture risk, and their tooth-coloured material won't shadow through a ceramic crown. Metal posts remain useful in specific cases needing maximum rigidity. We recommend fiber-reinforced posts for most patients, your tooth's condition and position decide.

Is post and core better than just extracting the tooth?

Almost always, yes — when the root is healthy enough to support it. Your natural root maintains your jawbone, keeps neighbouring teeth from drifting, and preserves your bite in ways no replacement fully matches. Extraction makes sense only when the root itself is compromised, and we'll tell you honestly if that's your situation.

How long does a root-canal-treated tooth last?

With a well-fitted crown, good oral hygiene, and regular check-ups, a rebuilt tooth can serve you for many years, often decades. Treat it as a normal tooth: brush, floss, keep your appointments, and avoid using it to open things.

How much does post and core treatment cost in Surat?

The cost depends on the post material (fiber or metal), the extent of rebuilding needed, and whether it's quoted with the crown. It's substantially more economical than the extraction-plus-implant route it replaces. After your examination and X-ray, we share the full sequence and cost together, root canal, post and core, and crown, so you see the complete picture before starting, not one surprise at a time.

Post and Core Treatment

Not Enough Tooth Left for a Crown? We'll Build One.

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What Is Post and Core Treatment?

Your Post and Core Treatment, Step by Step

Evaluation & X-Ray

Post Placement for Internal Strength

Core Build-Up for Reconstruction

Crown Placement

Why Rebuilding Beats Removing

Your Natural Tooth Stays Put

Fiber Posts, Modern Technique

Crowns That Stay Crowned

Cheaper Than Starting Over

Root Canal → Post & Core → Crown: Why All Three?

We Offer Comprehensive Care for Every Stage Of Your Journey

Make An Appointment

What Families Say About Us

Your Questions, Answered by Our Specialists

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