Do 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 need extraction. Otherwise, the infection moves into other parts of the smile. If posible, the ideal treatment for an infected tooth is an endodontic treatment. The procedure is effective, but sometimes a root canalled tooth becomes infected again, and treatment is once again necessary. You may need to book an emergency dental visit with one of our great Midfield dentists or endodontists for a root canal redo.
A root canal involves removing the tissues from the tooth’s interior. The interiors and root canals are thoroughly cleaned, and a restorative material, AKA gutta percha, is then applied to the interior. Often, the tooth is then restored with a tooth crown. 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 compromised. The tooth could begin developing symptoms, such as toothaches and discomfort when biting down. If you experience this, do not risk missing teeth. Doctors Network can help you find an emergency dentist in Midfield, AL that can offer retreatment 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 monthly membership fee, you can undergo necessary root canal retreatment at a reasonable cost!