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Root Canal Retreatment
The solution when previous treatment did not give the desired result.
Root Canal Retreatment
Root canal retreatment (re-endodontics) is performed when a previous root canal treatment was not successful or the infection has returned. With modern techniques and specialized tools, it is possible to save the tooth, eliminate the infection, and restore normal function.
When is retreatment needed?
- Recurring pain or infection in the same tooth
- Incomplete root canal filling
- Missed, untreated, or insufficiently cleaned canals
- Fracture of previous material inside the canal
- Periradicular involvement (abscess, granuloma, or small cyst)
- Restorations (crowns, inlays, onlays) that need replacement and reveal canal problems
How is retreatment performed?
- Removal of old canal filling - Existing material is removed with specialized instruments.
- Cleaning and enlargement of canals - Deep cleaning of canals is performed to eliminate bacteria and remaining tissue.
- Advanced disinfection - Disinfecting solutions and modern techniques are applied to eliminate infection.
- New hermetic filling - New biocompatible material is placed in the canals to ensure complete sealing.
- Tooth restoration - The tooth is restored with strong filling, inlay/onlay, or crown, depending on the damage.
Advantages of retreatment
- Saves the natural tooth, avoiding extraction
- Eliminates infection and pain
- Increases tooth longevity
- Prepares the tooth for stable restorations