Endodontic Retreatment

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Overview

As occasionally happens with any dental or medical procedure, a tooth may not heal as expected after initial endodontic therapy (root canal treatment) for a variety of reasons. If the infection did not heal properly, placement of the crown or other restoration was delayed, or new decay has formed, you may need endodontic retreatment in order to save your tooth.

Whenever possible, it is best to save your natural tooth. Retreated teeth can function well for years, even for a lifetime.

RETREATMENT PROCEDURE

First, your endodontist will discuss your treatment options. If you and your endodontist choose retreatment, your endodontist will reopen your tooth to gain access to the root canal filling material. Removal of restoration and filling material allows access to blocked canals.

After removing the canal filling, the endodontist can clean the canals and carefully examine the inside of your tooth using magnification and illumination, searching for any additional canals or unusual anatomy that requires treatment.

Your endodontist will clean the canals, seal them, and place a filling in the tooth. If the canals are unusually narrow or blocked, your endodontist may recommend endodontic surgery.

After your endodontist completes retreatment, you will need to return to your dentist as soon as possible to have a new crown or other restoration placed on the tooth to protect and restore it to its full function.

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  I have major anxiety about going to the dentist, but everyone at this office makes it disappear. From the front desk to the visit with the dentist, everyone is so kind and knowledgeable. So thankful I have found a great dentist locally!

Rebecca Crawford

I am so thankful for Dr. Shelly and Dr. Brian Clark! Dr. Brian is really knowledgeable, really effective and efficient. The office is fantastic as well! When we had a dental emergency, five other dentists would not see us until a week later, but Dr. Brian‘s office got us in the very same day. And they work really well with our insurance. Dr. Shelly has been my kids’ pediatrician dentist for 17 years and I absolutely love her! She puts even my nervous kids at ease and I trust her completely.

Sandy Martinez

Very experienced good dentist who cares about people. Very good at explaining things Can't say enough positive things :)

Sara Thornhill

I have major anxiety about going to the dentist, but everyone at this office makes it disappear. From the front desk to the visit with the dentist, everyone is so kind and knowledgeable. So thankful I have found a great dentist locally!