Do Root Canals Ever Benefit From Retreatment?
When a tooth becomes abscessed, treatment is necessary. Lack of treatment means the tooth could essentially die. At this stage, the tooth may require extraction. Otherwise, the infection moves into surrounding teeth. Often, the ideal treatment for an infected tooth is root canal therapy. This procedure is effective, but sometimes a root canalled tooth becomes infected again, and treatment is once again necessary. You may need to book an online appointment with one of our Gulkana endodontists for additional endodontic treatment.
A root canal involves removing the tissues from the inside and root canals. The interiors and root canals are cleaned, and a restorative material, AKA gutta percha, is then applied to the interior. In many cases, the tooth is then capped with a dental crown. The restoration is often custom-made to protect the tooth and also look natural. 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 complications with eating. If you experience this, do not risk tooth loss. Doctors Network can help you find an emergency dental services provider in Gulkana, 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 care affordable. With a monthly membership fee, you can undergo necessary root canal retreatment without breaking the bank!