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 may need extraction. Otherwise, the infection moves into surrounding teeth. If posible, the ideal treatment for an infected tooth is an endodontic treatment. The procedure is effective, but sometimes a tooth becomes infected again, and retreatment could be needed. You may need to schedule an appointment with one of our great Tyonek dentists or endodontists for additional endodontic treatment.
A root canal involves removing the tissues from inside of the tooth. The interiors and root canals are cleaned with care, and a restorative material known as gutta percha is then added to the tooth. Often, the tooth is then restored with a porcelain crown. 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 health of the tooth could be questionable. The tooth could begin developing symptoms, such as toothaches and pain when eating. If you experience this, do not risk missing teeth. Doctors Network can connect you with a dental office in Tyonek, 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 direct dental plan to make dental care budget-friendly. With a simple monthly rate, you can undergo necessary root canal retreatment at a reasonable cost!