Do Root Canals Fail?
When a tooth develops an infection, treatment is necessary. Lack of treatment means the tooth could essentially die. At this stage, the tooth may require extraction. Otherwise, the infection moves into the jaw. If posible, 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 treatment is once again necessary. You may need to schedule an appointment with one of our great Del Rio dentists or endodontists for further treatments.
A root canal involves removing the tissues from the tooth’s interior. The interiors and root canals are cleaned, and a restorative material known as gutta percha is then applied to the interior. Usually, the tooth is then restored with a dental crown. The restoration is often custom-made to protect the tooth and also look natural. 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 discomfort when biting down. If you experience this, don’t risk the loss of your teeth. Doctors Network can help you find an endodontist in Del Rio, CA that can offer retreatment and accepts United Healthcare.
If you don’t have an insurance plan don’t let that discourage you! Doctors Network can offer a membership plan to make care affordable. With a monthly membership fee, you can receive a root canal retreatment without breaking the bank!