Key Consideration in the Construction of Endocrown Restorations: A Review

Authors

  • Nazrin Rosli Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Teknologi MARA Sungai Buloh Campus, Jalan Hospital, 47000 Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Nik Rahayyu Nik Zulkifeli Centre for Comprehensive Care Studies, Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Teknologi MARA Sungai Buloh Campus, Jalan Hospital, 47000 Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Nik Zarina Nik Mahmood Faculty of Dentistry, SEGi University & Colleges, No.9, Jalan Teknologi, Taman Sains Selangor, Kota Damansara, PJU 5, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Abu Razali Saini Private Clinic, Mydentist@Ampang Dental Surgery, B7/1/1 One Ampang Avanue Business Centre, Jalan Ampang Utama 1/2, 68000 Ampang, Selangor, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24191/cos.v12i2.4273

Keywords:

endocrown restoration, CAD/CAM, endodontically treated teeth, endocrown construction, monoblock restoration

Abstract

As a method of tooth restoration, endocrowns have acquired popularity in recent years. Endocrown is one of the treatment options recommended after endodontic treatment. Endodontically treated teeth are more prone to crown failure compared to healthy teeth. This results from its biomechanical preparation. Recent advancements in restorative materials, such as adhesive systems, have reduced the requirement for post-core restoration in endodontically treated teeth. A monoblock ceramic crown is bonded to the remaining tooth structure to provide both functional and aesthetic benefits. This literature review intends to offer a comprehensive summary of the endocrown construction. It focuses on the advantages of endocrown restoration, including the preservation of dental structure and its aesthetic outcomes. This review also highlights the importance of tooth selection, tooth preparation, adhesive techniques, and contraindications in attaining optimal clinical outcomes and long-term restoration success. Endocrowns are a reliable alternative to conventional restorative options, provided that clinicians adhere to the prerequisites and indications outlined for this procedure.

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Rosli, N., Nik Zulkifeli, N. R., Nik Mahmood, N. Z., & Saini, A. R. (2025). Key Consideration in the Construction of Endocrown Restorations: A Review. Compendium of Oral Science, 12(2), 52–63. https://doi.org/10.24191/cos.v12i2.4273

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