Do Root Canals Need Retreatment?
When a tooth becomes infected, treatment is required. Lack of treatment means the tooth could essentially die. At this stage, the tooth might need to be extracted. 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 requires additional care. You may need to schedule an appointment with one of our Salamatof emergency dentists for a root canal redo.
Root canal treatment involves removing the tissues from the tooth’s interior. The interiors and root canals are thoroughly cleaned, and a restorative material, AKA gutta percha, is then administered. In many cases, the tooth is then restored with a porcelain crown. The restoration is often custom-made to protect the tooth and also blend with the smile. But if there are complications with the procedure, the health of the tooth could be compromised. The tooth could begin developing symptoms, such as toothaches and discomfort when biting down. If you experience this type of discomfort, do not risk the loss of your teeth. Doctors Network can connect you with an emergency dentist in Salamatof, AK that can offer additional treatment and accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
If you don’t have dental coverage don’t let that discourage you! Doctors Network can offer a direct dental plan to make care affordable. With a monthly membership fee, you can obtain a root canal retreatment at a reasonable cost!