A ONE-APPOINTMENT PROCEDURE FOR CAST POST AND CORE RESTORATIONS

An accelerated method of using a light-cured acrylic resin and rapid b urnout for casting a direct-pattern post and core restoration is prese nted. Light-cured acrylic resins are an alternative to chemically cure d acrylic resins or indirect patterns formed from an elastomeric impre ssion. The procedure can eliminate an appointment for the patient in t he fabrication of the post and core restoration and can be completed i n most dental offices with minimal laboratory facilities. Chair-side t ime is saved because of the elimination of one provisional restoration when two are usually required. Laboratory time is also saved because of the decrease in investment setting and burnout time.