Could Root Canals Need Retreatment?
When a tooth becomes infected, treatment is required. Not seeking care means the tooth could essentially die. At this stage, the tooth may need to be extracted. Otherwise, the infection moves into surrounding teeth. Often, a better treatment for an infected tooth is a root canal. The procedure is effective, but sometimes a root canalled tooth becomes infected again, and retreatment could be needed. You may need to see one of our great Nikolai dentists or endodontists for further treatments.
Root canal treatment involves removing the tissues from the tooth’s interior. The interiors and root canals are thoroughly cleaned, and a restorative material known as gutta percha is then applied to the interior. Often, the tooth is then capped with a full restoration. 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 questionable. The tooth could begin developing symptoms, such as toothaches and complications with eating. If you experience this, do not risk the loss of your teeth. Doctors Network can connect you with an emergency dental services provider in Nikolai, AK that can offer another root canal and accepts 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 your treatment fit your budget. With a monthly membership fee, you can obtain a root canal retreatment without breaking the bank!