Could Root Canals Fail?
When a tooth develops an infection, treatment is necessary. Lack of treatment means the tooth could become necrotic. At this stage, the tooth may require extraction. Otherwise, the infection moves into other parts of the smile. Often, the ideal treatment for an infected tooth is a root canal. This procedure is effective, but sometimes a tooth becomes infected again and requires additional care. You may need to schedule an appointment with one of our Ivalee dentists or endodontists for a root canal retreatment.
Root canal treatment involves removing the tissues from the inside and root canals. The interiors and root canals are cleaned, and a restorative material, AKA gutta percha, is then applied to the interior. 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 pain when eating. If you experience discomfort, don’t risk tooth loss. Doctors Network can connect you with an emergency dentist in Ivalee, AL that can offer another root canal and accepts patients who do not have dental insurance.
If you don’t have dental insurance don’t let that discourage you! Doctors Network can offer a membership plan to make care affordable. With a simple monthly rate, you can obtain a root canal retreatment without breaking the bank!