Even though modern endodontic therapy has a high success rate, on occasion, as with any dental or medical procedure, a tooth that has been treated with a root canal may not heal as expected after initial treatment, for a variety of reasons.
It may even become painful or diseased months or years following the initial treatment. An endodontic retreatment can give your tooth a second chance. Your endodontist will discuss all of your treatment options before anything begins.
With CBCT 3-D imaging and microscope magnification, we can find missed canals, hidden cracks and persistent infection that were impossible to see the first time around.
What to expect
- A detailed exam, pulp testing and CBCT scan reach an accurate diagnosis first
- We explain every option, with advantages and disadvantages
- Retreatment is usually completed in about an hour per visit
- If retreatment is not viable, apicoectomy may be recommended