Do Root Canals Fail?
When a tooth develops an infection, treatment is required. Without care, the tooth could become necrotic. At this stage, the tooth might need to be extracted. Otherwise, the infection moves into other parts of the smile. If posible, the ideal treatment for an infected tooth is root canal therapy. The 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 Womens Bay endodontists 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 known as gutta percha is then administered. Often, the tooth is then capped with a dental crown. The restoration is often custom-made to protect the tooth and also match the rest of 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 pain when eating. If you experience this, don’t risk missing teeth. Doctors Network can connect you with an emergency dental services provider in Womens Bay, AK 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 your treatment fit your budget. With a simple monthly rate, you can obtain a root canal retreatment at a reasonable cost!