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 need extraction. Otherwise, the infection moves into other parts of the smile. Often, a better 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 find one of our knowledgeable Nikiski endodontists for a root canal retreatment.
Root canal treatment involves removing the tissues from the tooth’s interior. The interiors and root canals are cleaned, and a restorative material, AKA gutta percha, is then added to the tooth. In many cases, 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 is not successful, the prognosis of the condition could be questionable. The tooth could begin developing symptoms, such as toothaches and complications with eating. If you experience this type of discomfort, don’t risk tooth loss. Doctors Network can help you find an urgent care center in Nikiski, AK that can offer another root canal and accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield.
If you don’t have an insurance plan don’t let that discourage you! Doctors Network can offer a discount dental plan to make care affordable. With a simple monthly rate, you can undergo necessary root canal retreatment at a reasonable cost!