Do Root Canals Ever Benefit From Retreatment?
When a tooth becomes abscessed, treatment is required. Not seeking care means the tooth could become necrotic. At this stage, the tooth may require extraction. Otherwise, the infection moves into surrounding teeth. Often, a better treatment for an infected tooth is root canal therapy. The procedure is effective, but sometimes a tooth becomes infected again and requires additional care. You may need to see one of our Holy Cross dentists or endodontists for a root canal redo.
A root canal involves removing the tissues from inside of the tooth. The interiors and root canals are thoroughly cleaned, and a restorative material, AKA 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 blend with the smile. But if the procedure does not go as expected, 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 a dental office in Holy Cross, AK that can offer another root canal and accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield.
If you don’t have dental coverage don’t let that discourage you! Doctors Network can offer a membership plan to make care affordable. With a simple monthly rate, you can undergo necessary root canal retreatment at a reasonable cost!