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 might need to be extracted. Otherwise, the infection moves into the jaw. Often, a better treatment for an infected tooth is an endodontic treatment. The procedure is effective, but sometimes a tooth becomes infected again, and treatment is once again necessary. You may need to see one of our Dollar Point dentists 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 with care, and a restorative material, AKA gutta percha, is then administered. In many cases, the tooth is then restored with a dental 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 unpredictable. The tooth could begin developing symptoms, such as toothaches and pain when eating. If you experience discomfort, do not risk tooth loss. Doctors Network can connect you with an urgent care center in Dollar Point, CA that can offer retreatment and accepts United Healthcare.
If you don’t have dental coverage 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!