Could Root Canals Fail?
When a tooth develops an infection, treatment is required. Without care, the tooth could essentially die. At this stage, the tooth may need extraction. Otherwise, the infection moves into surrounding teeth. Often, the ideal treatment for an infected tooth is a root canal. This procedure is effective, but sometimes a root canalled tooth becomes infected again, and treatment is once again necessary. You may need to schedule an appointment with one of our Atka dentists or endodontists for a root canal redo.
A root canal involves removing the tissues from the tooth’s interior. The interiors and root canals are cleaned with care, and a restorative material, AKA gutta percha, is then administered. In many cases, the tooth is then capped with a porcelain crown. The restoration is often custom-made to protect the tooth and also blend with the smile. But if the procedure is not successful, the prognosis of the condition could be questionable. The tooth could begin developing symptoms, such as toothaches and complications with eating. If you experience this type of discomfort, do not risk missing teeth. Doctors Network can connect you with an emergency dental services provider in Atka, AK that can offer another root canal and accepts 1199.
If you don’t have dental insurance don’t let that discourage you! Doctors Network can offer a direct dental plan to make your treatment fit your budget. With a simple monthly rate, you can obtain a root canal retreatment without breaking the bank!