Root Canal Retreatment

Retreatment (root canal retreatment) is a method used to save a tooth that has previously undergone root canal treatment but was unsuccessful, or in cases where re-infection occurs in successfully treated teeth. This treatment ensures that the tooth can function for a long time.

What is Retreatment (Root Canal Retreatment)?

Retreatment (root canal retreatment) is the process of reopening a tooth that has previously undergone root canal treatment, cleaning out the old filling, and then re-cleaning and refilling the canals. The aim of this treatment is to eliminate persistent or subsequent infections after the initial root canal treatment and to save the tooth.

In Which Cases is Retreatment (Root Canal Retreatment) Applied?

• Persistent pain in a tooth that has undergone root canal treatment
• Failure of the infection at the root tip to resolve, even if there is no pain in the root canal treated tooth
• Development of infection at the root tip of the tooth and swelling of the gums
• Inflammation observed at the root tip of the tooth on X-ray
• Fracture in the tooth or loss of a filling/crown
• Canals not being completely filled or being incorrectly filled.

How is Retreatment (Root Canal Retreatment) Performed?

• The filling or crown on the tooth is removed.
• The old root canal filling is cleaned out.
• The canals are reshaped.
• Infected tissues are disinfected.
• The canals are refilled.
• The tooth is properly sealed.

Retreatment (Root Canal Retreatment) Prices

Retreatment (root canal retreatment) prices vary depending on individual needs, the experience of the dentist performing the procedure, the health center where the procedure will be performed, and the city.