Do Root Canals Fail?
When a tooth develops an infection, treatment is necessary. Not seeking care 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 root canal therapy. The procedure is effective, but sometimes a root canalled tooth becomes infected again and requires additional care. You may need to find one of our Thermal endodontists for a root canal retreatment.
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 added to the tooth. In many cases, the tooth is then restored with a tooth crown. 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 type of discomfort, do not risk tooth loss. Doctors Network can connect you with a dental office in Thermal, CA that can offer another root canal and accepts DentaQuest.
If you don’t have dental coverage don’t let that discourage you! Doctors Network can offer a discount dental plan to make your treatment fit your budget. With a monthly membership fee, you can obtain a root canal retreatment at a reasonable cost!