Could Root Canals Fail?
When a tooth develops an infection, treatment is necessary. Without care, the tooth could become necrotic. At this stage, the tooth might require extraction. Otherwise, the infection moves into other parts of the smile. Often, a better treatment for an infected tooth is root canal therapy. This procedure is effective, but sometimes a root canalled tooth becomes infected again, and retreatment could be needed. You may need to book an appointment with one of our great Gustavus dentists for additional endodontic treatment.
Root canal treatment involves removing the tissues from the tooth’s interior. The interiors and root canals are cleaned with care, and a restorative material known as gutta percha is then added to the tooth. Often, the tooth is then restored with a tooth crown. The restoration is often custom-made to protect the tooth and also blend with the smile. But if the procedure does not go as expected, the prognosis of the condition could be questionable. The tooth could begin developing symptoms, such as toothaches and pain when eating. If you experience discomfort, don’t risk tooth loss. Doctors Network can connect you with an urgent care center in Gustavus, AK that can offer retreatment and accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
If you don’t have dental insurance don’t let that discourage you! Doctors Network can offer a membership plan to make dental care budget-friendly. With a simple monthly rate, you can undergo necessary root canal retreatment at a reasonable cost!