Have you received a root canal from another practice in the past, but your tooth is hurting again? If this is the case, you likely have a new infection and need treatment to avoid worsening pain or tooth loss. In today’s blog, your El Paso, TX, root canal experts talk about our approach to retreatment.
The Need for Retreatment
When a root canal is conducted and there is contamination, or if the restoration or filling material isn’t placed correctly, this could allow decay and function to form in the months or years to come. When your tooth begins to hurt during meals or speech, or if you just have a toothache that won’t subside or pain in your jaw or face, then let us know. We want to offer retreatment to address the issue and protect your tooth from being lost or spreading infection to other parts of your smile.
Repairing Your Tooth
Our team will begin with detailed digital x-rays, so we can see the position of the infection and plan treatment in detail. This system provides high-definition images and detailed x-rays, using 90% less radiation and providing them instantly chairside! We then numb your tooth and if you have anxiety or special needs, we could discuss sedation. We then open the tooth to access and remove the filling and thoroughly clean it to destroy harmful oral bacteria. We then add a new filling and cap it with a crown. If you lose more tooth structure in the process, we could build it up with a post and core. If the infection forms at the end of a tooth root, we could conduct a root-end resection, or root canal surgery, to offer relief.
Caring for Your Smile
You can also take action to limit the risk of decay or an infection. For example, make time to brush your teeth twice a day for two minutes and floss every evening. Cut back on the amount of sugar in your diet, and see your general dentist for checkups and cleaning every six months. These steps can help safeguard your teeth. If you have any questions about root canal retreatment, or if you have pain in a tooth, then contact our team today to learn more. Now is a great time to see us for treatment as you can use your remaining 2024 dental benefits or even your remaining health savings account funds before they expire at the end of the year.
Do You Need Endodontic Retreatment?
Omni endodontics in El Paso, TX, is ready to take on your infection to help you enjoy optimal oral health again, so you can smile with confidence. To schedule an appointment and stops the pain in your tooth, call us today at 915.990.3636.
