Do Root Canals Need Retreatment?
When a tooth becomes infected, treatment is required. 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. If posible, 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 retreatment could be needed. You may need to find one of our Hyder dentists for further treatments.
Root canal treatment involves removing the tissues from the inside and root canals. The interiors and root canals are cleaned with care, and a restorative material, AKA gutta percha, is then added to the tooth. In many cases, 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 discomfort when biting down. If you experience this, do not risk the loss of your teeth. Doctors Network can connect you with an emergency dental services provider in Hyder, 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 discount dental plan to make your treatment fit your budget. With a monthly membership fee, you can obtain a root canal retreatment at a reasonable cost!