Do Root Canals Need Retreatment?
When a tooth becomes infected, treatment is required. Lack of treatment means the tooth could become necrotic. At this stage, the tooth might need extraction. Otherwise, the infection moves into the jaw. Often, a better treatment for an infected tooth is a root canal. This procedure is effective, but sometimes a root canalled tooth becomes infected again, and treatment is once again necessary. You may need to schedule an appointment with one of our great Shell Ridge 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 known as gutta percha is then administered. Usually, the tooth is then restored with a full restoration. The restoration is often custom-made to protect the tooth and also match the rest of the smile. 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 type of discomfort, do not risk tooth loss. Doctors Network can connect you with an urgent care center in Shell Ridge, CA that can offer additional treatment and accepts Cigna.
If you don’t have an insurance plan don’t let that discourage you! Doctors Network can offer a direct dental plan to make care affordable. With a monthly membership fee, you can obtain a root canal retreatment without breaking the bank!