When might I need endodontic retreatment?

Long Beach, California area patients who have had root canal treatment in the past and are experiencing issues within the same tooth may need further treatment. This treatment is often known as endodontic retreatment and can be a successful solution and alternative to extracting an adult tooth. Dr. Ahmed Sadek and his team at Marina Endodontics can talk to patients about this procedure and when it might be performed.

What is endodontic retreatment?

Endodontic retreatment is a unique dental procedure that involves removing the existing root canal filling material and replacing it with new filling material. This treatment is necessary when a previous root canal therapy has failed, or complications have arisen. It is performed to avoid the removal of a tooth damaged significantly.

When might I require endodontic retreatment?

The need for endodontic retreatment can arise for various reasons, such as an incomplete initial treatment, a missed nerve, or a new infection that has developed after the original treatment. Other factors that may require retreatment include fractured or cracked roots, curved canals that were not thoroughly cleaned during the initial procedure, and delayed placement of a crown or restoration on the tooth.

What are the steps of endodontic retreatment?

The process of endodontic retreatment begins with a detailed examination by our team at Marina Endodontics. Once Dr. Sadek confirms the need for retreatment, he schedules an appointment to remove the previous filling material and clean out any remaining infection or bacteria. The canals are reshaped and disinfected before being filled with new material. In some cases, additional appointments may be needed to ensure that the entire root canal system is fully treated.

How do I learn more about endodontic retreatment?

If your dentist has advised you that you need endodontic retreatment, you may be referred to Dr. Ahmed Sadek and his team at Marina Endodontics in Long Beach, California, for further treatment. Call (562) 600-4305 to request a visit to 6511 East Pacific Coast Highway, Suite G3, serving patients in and around Long Beach, Los Alamitos, Belmont Heights, Seal Beach, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, Dana Point, Irvine, Costa Mesa, Orange, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Westwood, Whittier, Downey, Lakewood, Fountain Valley, Bixby Knolls, Cerritos, Carson, Bellflower, Huntington Beach, California.