If you think endodontic treatment is an unfortunate and rare event, think again. According to the American Association of Endodontists. As many as one in three adults will need endodontic treatment at some point in their life. Even worse? Almost half of those people need a second round of treatment. That’s because these cases often involve poorly executed endodontic treatments from the past. This means that patients need additional procedures to ensure. They are no longer at risk of infection or further pain and discomfort.
Virtually anyone who’s ever gotten the yucky sensation that their toothaches. After biting something pointy know how painful it damages the nerve inside your tooth. Unfortunately, not all root canals are perfect the first time around. So if you have an endodontic procedure and it doesn’t seem to take, there’s usually a good reason.
Deciding if a Retreatment Is Right for You
If you’ve tried to get relief from a toothache without any luck. It may be time to have a root canal. But if you had a root canal in the past. Your symptoms are still bothering you, it’s possible that you need another one. How do you know if it’s time for endodontic retreatment?
There are a few signs that can tell you when it might be time for endodontic treatment again: – Tooth pain or discomfort that lasts longer than three days. After eating something sour or hot – Difficulty chewing food on either side of the mouth on the same side of the mouth with the pain – Visible discoloration of the teeth or gums – Swelling in or around the jawbone – Sudden onset of tooth pain after having previous dental work done on other teeth
Your Root Canal Isn’t Successful: What to Watch Out For
Before you go into endodontic treatment, it can be helpful to know what to expect and how to prepare. For one thing, patients should find a qualified endodontist. You can be confident that they know what they’re doing. And will be able to do a top-notch job when it comes to rooting canal therapy.
Drinking water a few hours before your appointment will allow you to avoid any dry mouth from anesthesia. Which will help prevent infection in your mouth. Finally, don’t forget about mouthwash! Sip on it after the procedure for about 30 minutes in order to keep infection away.
Finding the Cause of a Root Canal Re-treatment
The primary causes of root canal re-treatment are the following: – The original endodontic treatment is properly (poor technique or lack of skill) – The tooth treatment with a non-endodontic invasive procedure.-The tooth has trauma, such as being hit by a car – There is a malfunctioning filling, crown, bridge, or other restoration in contact with the nerve – Medications that inhibit blood clotting are locally around the tooth. When all of these factors are available, it might mean you need endodontic re-treatment to ensure your teeth remain free from infection and provide you with years of comfortable chewing and smiling.
Resolving Irrigation Issues
The most common cause of failed root canal treatments is improper irrigation. In other words, if your dentist didn’t thoroughly clean out the area around the tooth. After they removed any infected tissue and before inserting a filling material. Then there’s an increased risk that bacteria will grow in the canal again. The good news? Root canal patients don’t have to go it alone. If you think you might need a second round of treatment. If and want to avoid any potential problems down the line, then it’s time to head back to the dentist. Just like any medical procedure, root canals carry a certain risk level.
That means that sometimes patients need additional care to make sure their teeth stay healthy. And with endodontic treatment becoming less painful over time. More and more people are willing to try it out at least once in their lifetime. The key is having a perfect first time around so that you never have to worry about this procedure again. Make an appointment with your dentist today so they can determine if you need root canal treatment or not!
Completing Treatment with a Silver Plug or Capping
If you need endodontic retreatment, the dentist will remove all of the nerve tissue. Then replace it with a filling material that’s either silver or mercury. This is usually done by placing a small rubber dam over the tooth. And then drilling through the tooth to reach the root canal.
A capping is a temporary filling that will protect your tooth from bacterial contamination until your next appointment. If an infection occurs after treatment, it means that there are still some areas of decay left inside of the tooth. Advances in technology have led to better treatment options for patients who require endodontic retreatment procedures. Making sure you know all of your options is key to ensuring. You make an educated decision about your teeth and oral health care needs.
Conclusion
After the initial pain, you should be able to enjoy your root canal without any problems. But what if your tooth still hurts or you notice symptoms of a root canal re-treatment? If you are experiencing pain after your root canal. It may be that the treatment was not successful and you may require retreatment. In this article, we’ve covered everything you need to know about endodontic retreatment.
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