Restorative Dentistry
Fiber Post
Fibre-reinforced post for root canal treated teeth requiring crown support
Is it safe?
Your hospital holds the same JCI accreditation as Cleveland Clinic and Johns Hopkins. Verified by TEMOS for international patient safety.
Will the price change?
Your price is locked before you book. Surgery, hospital, hotel, transfers, aftercare — one number, no extras.
What if something goes wrong?
Mandatory insurance required by Turkish law. If a revision is needed — flights, hospital, surgeon — covered. You never pay twice.
Who's my surgeon?
Confirmed before you pay. Full credentials, specialisation, and patient results shared upfront. No last-minute switch.
What happens after I fly home?
24/7 WhatsApp with your coordinator. Scheduled video check-ups with your surgeon. 12 months, not 12 days.
Medical References
- [1]Dental Materials (2023). Modern composite resin restorations demonstrate an annual failure rate of only 1.8%, with CAD/CAM-fabricated inlays showing the highest longevity. doi:10.1016/j.dental.2023.04.009
What is Fiber Post?
A fiber post is a tooth-coloured, flexible reinforcement placed inside a root-canal-treated tooth to provide internal support for a crown or large restoration. Unlike traditional metal posts, fiber posts distribute stress more evenly, reducing the risk of root fracture. At MedProper Istanbul, fiber posts are bonded using adhesive techniques for maximum retention and long-term durability.
How Does Fiber Post Work?
- 1Your dentist evaluates the root-canal-treated tooth to confirm sufficient root length and integrity for post placement.
- 2The root canal is partially cleared of filling material to create space for the post.
- 3A fiber post of the appropriate diameter is selected, tried in for fit, and then bonded into the canal with resin cement.
- 4A core build-up is placed around the post to recreate the tooth's internal structure, ready for crown preparation.
Who is a Good Candidate for Fiber Post?
- Patients with a root-canal-treated tooth that has lost significant crown structure
- Those needing a crown on a weakened tooth where the remaining walls cannot support a restoration alone
- Individuals who prefer a metal-free option for anterior teeth where a dark post shadow could show through
- Patients with teeth in the aesthetic zone where translucency matters
Why Choose Fiber Post at MedProper?
Root Fracture Prevention
Fiber posts have a modulus of elasticity similar to dentine, flexing with the tooth rather than creating stress concentrations that cause root fractures.
Aesthetic Benefit
The tooth-coloured post does not create a grey shadow through the crown or gum, ideal for front teeth with all-ceramic crowns.
Simple Retreatment
If retreatment of the root canal is ever needed, fiber posts can be drilled out more safely than metal posts.
Affordable Reinforcement
At EUR 75 per post, this small investment significantly extends the lifespan and reliability of your crowned tooth.
What is the Recovery Timeline?
Immediately After
No Discomfort
Post placement is performed on a root-canal-treated (non-vital) tooth, so there is no nerve sensation. No pain is expected.
Same Day
Crown Preparation
In most cases, the tooth is prepared for a crown in the same appointment. No separate recovery period is needed.
Ongoing
Long-Term Function
The post and crown function as a unit. Normal oral hygiene and regular dental check-ups maintain the restoration.
Quick Facts
Duration
20-30 minutes
Hospital Stay
Outpatient clinic
Recovery
None
Permanence
10-15 years (with crown)
Anaesthesia
Usually none (tooth is non-vital)
Results Visible
Immediate
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Posts are only needed when there is insufficient remaining tooth structure to retain a crown on its own. If most of the tooth walls are intact, a direct core build-up may be sufficient.
For most cases, yes. Fiber posts reduce root fracture risk and are aesthetically superior. Metal posts may still be preferred in rare high-load situations on back teeth, but fiber posts are the modern standard of care.
Fiber posts are specifically designed to minimise fracture risk. Unlike rigid metal posts, they flex with the tooth under biting forces, distributing stress more evenly.
Yes. The fiber post is a separate component placed before the crown. Your MedProper treatment plan will clearly list both items.
Last medically reviewed: April 2026
Quick Facts
- Duration
- 20-30 minutes
- Hospital Stay
- Outpatient clinic
- Recovery
- None
- Permanence
- 10-15 years (with crown)
- Anaesthesia
- Usually none (tooth is non-vital)
- Results Visible
- Immediate
What's Included
- Private hospital stay
- Hotel for the nights in your plan
- VIP airport transfers
- Compulsory medical-tourism insurance
- All medications & dressings
- Compression garments
- 12-month follow-up care
- 24/7 patient coordinator
Where Your Surgery Takes Place
A JCI & TEMOS-Accredited Hospital in Istanbul
Your procedure is performed at a 45,000 m² state-of-the-art hospital with 12 operating rooms, advanced surgical technology, and VIP patient suites. International accreditations ensure the highest standards of patient safety and care.
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