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The success rate for root canal treatment is very high. Sadly, though, no procedure is foolproof; there is a chance that even after a root canal has been performed, you may still experience pain in the tooth in question. We urge you to call our team at Liv Endodontics right away if you think your initial root canal treatment has failed; if we act quickly, we may be able to carry out a root canal retreatment in Livingston that allows you to save your tooth.

WHY CHOOSE LIV ENDODONTICS FOR ROOT CANAL RETREATMENT?

Highly qualified Endodontists in One Location

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WHAT IS ROOT CANAL RETREATMENT?

Root canal retreatment – also known as endodontic retreatment – is when we treat a tooth that has already received a root canal. The goal of the procedure is to get rid of the bacteria that may still be inside the tooth in order to put a stop to the current infection and prevent the problem from growing worse. Oftentimes, having a root canal retreatment performed could be the key to saving a tooth that would otherwise need to be removed.

WHY WOULD I NEED ROOT CANAL RETREATMENT?

Why is root canal retreatment even necessary in the first place? The exact reason can vary from patient to patient. Here are some possible explanations:

  • Some canals inside the tooth were not properly cleaned during the initial root canal treatment. Our 3D imaging will identify any previously missed canals.
  • There was a delay in having a restoration placed after the root canal treatment was completed.
  • The tooth in question suffered a new injury.
  • The restoration protecting the tooth was damaged in some way.
  • The tooth in question developed a cavity.
  • The tooth in question has resistance bacteria, Ou Edge Pro laser will guarantee higher success rate
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Model of tooth showing the root canals inside of it

THE ROOT CANAL RETREATMENT PROCESS

We’ll examine the tooth to try and determine why the initial root canal treatment failed. Based on our findings, we will put together a plan for restoring the health of your tooth. During the root canal retreatment, the restoration protecting the tooth will be removed. Any damaged or infected material will be taken out, and the inside of the tooth will be thoroughly cleaned; we will pay close attention to canals that may have been overlooked the first time. Once the cleaning process is complete, the tooth will be filled and sealed again.

Root Canal FAQs

Back in the 1920s, a dentist named Dr. Weston Price claimed that his research proved that it was better to extract the tooth than perform a root canal. There was just one problem: the study he conducted was poorly designed. In fact, this theory has been disproven numerous times over the last several decades for that very reason. Simply put, root canals do NOT make you sick.

Pain is just one symptom of a severely damaged or infected tooth. Dark discoloration on the tooth and bleeding gums are also warning signs that root canal treatment is needed. So, don’t assume that just because you aren’t in pain that everything is fine!

If you need a few days to figure out the financial side of your care, request PTO, and arrange for someone to drive you home from your appointment, that’s perfectly fine! However, you shouldn’t wait much longer than that. If you do, then the root of the problem will continue to worsen to the point where the tooth can no longer be saved, and your surrounding teeth and gums are harmed.

Before the procedure, we will thoroughly numb your mouth so you don’t feel any pain. Of course, this is only temporary, so some soreness once you return home and the numbing agent wears off is to be expected. The good news is that there are several easy ways you can prevent this discomfort from becoming severe, like taking OTC pain medication as directed, placing a cold compress against the outside of your cheek, and sticking to soft foods.

Root canals can usually be prevented, yes! So, if you want to reduce the chances of you needing to come to our office for this emergency dental treatment (or any restorative dental treatment, for that matter) it’s important that you make caring for your smile a priority. That includes brushing for a full two minutes each time, flossing consistently, getting a dental checkup and cleaning semi-annually, and keeping your consumption of added sugar to a minimum.

No, antibiotics are not an adequate replacement for root canal treatment. That’s because – although this medication can eliminate infections in other parts of the body – it can’t address tooth infections.

Note: If you are scared of getting a root canal and want to discuss your other treatment options, don’t hesitate to let us know! We’d be happy to answer any questions you have, provide insight on the benefits of root canal therapy, and find out what we can do to make your experience at our office as positive and anxiety-free as possible.

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