Root Canal Retreatment: Renew, Restore, and Relieve

Retreatment aims to achieve the same results as initial root canal treatment. We will mechanically remove debris, tissue, and infection from within the canal spaces, then chemically disinfect those spaces, and finally seal them off with a root canal filling so that recontamination will not occur. Before we can do this, we must either remove or go through the existing restoration and previous root canal treatment; sometimes it involves removing existing posts or cores. We then remove the previous filling material so that we can clean and disinfect all canal spaces. Because of the complicated nature of retreatments, you may need a second visit to complete treatment; we usually keep you updated as your treatment is progressing about the possibility of a second visit.

To complete the retreatment, we will seals the canals with a root filling. For a permanent restoration, you will need to go back to your restorative dentist after a few weeks of healing. A damaged or leaking restoration will need to be replaced because a well-fitting final restoration is crucial for the treatment to succeed.