Following a root canal procedure, few teeth will not heal as foreseen, and in some cases might develop an infection, demanding another root canal. Are you looking for Re-root Canal Treatment in Dubai or Al Furjan. This generally occurs because the first treatment did not eradicate all the infections. It might also occur if there is a missed root canal from the first treatment. Accumulation of the decay in the treated area, a tooth becoming loose or cracked, makes it vulnerable to new infection.
Some patients experience swelling or pain while chewing while others might not experience any symptoms from reinfection. To treat a tooth that has not healed rightly, or gets infected again after a root canal procedure, a re-treatment procedure is likely to be carried out to make sure that the tooth is completely free of any missed Root canal or any decay and functions well.
As an attempt to save the tooth from extraction, a root canal re-treatment is done. The majority of the re-treated teeth function better for many years, sometimes for the rest of one’s life.
Patients who do not prefer to undergo re-treatment will have to take up an invasive procedure named endodontic surgery. In endodontic surgery, an incision is made to get access to the tip of the root.
In the re-treatment process, the tooth that is affected is reopened, and access is gained to the root canal filling. Sometimes disassembling crowns, posts, and other restorative materials is needed to get to the root of the tooth. The filling material present from the former is eliminated and the canals are cleaned thoroughly. With the help of magnification and illumination, the place will be attentively analyzed to identify any possible canals or unusual areas.
Upon cleaning the canals, the tooth is then filled completely with gutta-percha, and the canals are sealed. A filing that is temporary is kept in the tooth. The process is carried out under local anesthesia, which numbs the infected area and eases any discomfort or pain. Administration of anesthesia also helps patients to relax.
To restore the tooth permanently, with a crown or any other material, and enable it to function along with protecting against future infection or decay, a follow-up appointment is required.
For some days after a root canal re-treatment, patients might experience discomfort, pain, and tenderness. They are warned not to bite and chew on the side that is affected. Patients can intake nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication like ibuprofen or aspirin to ease symptoms. They can also rinse the mouth gently with warm salt water three to four times a day.
It is better to contact the dentist if the symptoms persist or worsen.
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