Could Root Canals Fail?
When a tooth develops an infection, treatment is necessary. Not seeking care means the tooth could become necrotic. At this stage, the tooth may need to be extracted. Otherwise, the infection moves into surrounding teeth. Often, the ideal treatment for an infected tooth is root canal therapy. The procedure is effective, but sometimes a tooth becomes infected again, and retreatment could be needed. You may need to book an online appointment with one of our Ferry endodontists for a root canal redo.
A root canal involves removing the tissues from inside of the tooth. The interiors and root canals are cleaned, and a restorative material known as gutta percha is then added to the tooth. Often, the tooth is then restored with a full restoration. The restoration is often custom-made to protect the tooth and also look natural. But if the procedure does not go as expected, the health of the tooth could be questionable. The tooth could begin developing symptoms, such as toothaches and pain when eating. If you experience this, don’t risk missing teeth. Doctors Network can connect you with an emergency dental services provider in Ferry, AK that can offer additional treatment and accepts Aetna.
If you don’t have dental insurance don’t let that discourage you! Doctors Network can offer a discount 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!