Could Root Canals Fail?
When a tooth develops an infection, treatment is necessary. Without care, the tooth could become necrotic. At this stage, the tooth may require extraction. Otherwise, the infection moves into surrounding teeth. Often, the ideal treatment for an infected tooth is a root canal. This procedure is effective, but sometimes a root canalled tooth becomes infected again and requires additional care. You may need to book an online appointment with one of our knowledgeable Shell Ridge dentists for further treatments.
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, AKA gutta percha, is then applied to the interior. Usually, the tooth is then capped with a full restoration. 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 prognosis of the condition could be unpredictable. The tooth could begin developing symptoms, such as toothaches and complications with eating. If you experience this, don’t risk the loss of your teeth. Doctors Network can connect you with a dentist in Shell Ridge, CA that can offer retreatment and accepts Cigna.
If you don’t have an insurance plan don’t let that discourage you! Doctors Network can offer a membership plan to make dental care budget-friendly. With a simple monthly rate, you can obtain a root canal retreatment at a reasonable cost!