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 other parts of the smile. If posible, a better treatment for an infected tooth is a root canal. This 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 Westwood dentists for further treatments.
A root canal involves removing the tissues from the inside and root canals. The interiors and root canals are cleaned with care, and a restorative material known as gutta-percha is then added to the tooth. In many cases, the tooth is then capped with a full restoration. The restoration is often custom-made to protect the tooth and also match the rest of the smile. But if the procedure does not go as expected, the prognosis of the condition could be compromised. The tooth could begin developing symptoms, such as toothaches and complications with eating. If you experience this type of discomfort, do not risk the loss of your teeth. Doctors Network can connect you with an emergency dental services provider in Westwood, CA that can offer retreatment and accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
If you don’t have an insurance plan 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 receive a root canal retreatment without breaking the bank!