Root Canal Retreatment

While root canals are typically successful, there are some instances in which they can fail. A tooth may not have been completely cleaned, or you may have suffered new dental trauma that compromised the tooth or your crown. No matter what the reason, if you notice anything wrong with your treated tooth, it is important to schedule an appointment as soon as possible.

With a root canal retreatment, we remove the existing restoration as well as the filling from inside of the tooth. This enables us to clean the tooth then again, making sure that all bacteria are eliminated. This may require the use of a temporary medicated filling. Once the retreatment is complete, the inside of the tooth is filled, and a new restoration is placed. Like regular root canals, retreatment is a very effective procedure that can help to save the tooth and restore your oral health.