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Introduction and Aim Considering the advantages and disadvantages of different clinical situations, the surface characteristics of the post materials significantly affect the connection of the post material with dentin. In this study, the surface properties of PEEK posts, which are not yet widely used as post materials, were examined in terms of their effects on dentin bonding. Method 66 extracted upper central incisor-type human teeth that had undergone canal treatment with single and straight root canals were used. Posts were produced ) (n=11) from metal, fiber, and PEEK materials to form six groups (CP-0, CP-1, FP-0, FP-1, PP-0, and PP-1). The surface roughness of each post was examined by using a tactile profilometer. Zirconium full crowns, compatible with the central maxillary incisor anatomy, were produced for 66 samples with completed post-core production and polymerized using dual-cure resin cement (Monobond plus Vivadent). Subsequently, the samples were subjected to fracture strength testing at a 135-degree angle to the long axis of the tooth from the palatal side of the zirconium crown at a speed of 0.02 cm/min using a universal testing machine. After the test, the samples were classified into three groups based on the type of fracture: adhesive, cohesive, and mixed. One-way ANOVA and Pearson’s chi-squared tests were used for statistical analysis. Results The surface roughness value of the PEEK post group (1.42 ± 0.21) was significantly lower than that of the metal and fiber post groups. Although no significant difference was found in terms of the fracture type, the adhesive failure rate was higher in the PEEK post group (P<.05). Conclusion The biologically inert nature of the PEEK material adversely affects surface treatments. Consequently, in post systems where PEEK is used, the rate of adhesive-type fractures originating from the resin-post interface is higher than in other materials.

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