A dental post is a small, metal shaft implanted in a tooth. This is often the last option if the root of the tooth isn’t healthy enough to support a tooth or dental appliance.
When a tooth becomes decayed, chipped, or broken, the result can be intense pain. This is because the nerves inside the tooth become exposed or irritated. A root canal treatment can save the remains of a tooth. But the procedure includes drilling into the tooth to clean out the infected pulp. Your dentist will then seal the area off to protect it from further damage. The procedure can often be intensive and isn’t for everyone.