When a previously treated tooth needs a second look, retreatment can often save it — without surgery or extraction.
Even a well-performed root canal can occasionally develop new problems years later — from new decay, a cracked filling or crown, or canals that were difficult to detect the first time. Retreatment cleans out the tooth again and reseals it, often avoiding extraction.
Whenever a tooth can reasonably be saved, we'll explain the real tradeoffs between retreatment, surgical treatment, and extraction with a dental implant — so you can make an informed decision together with your dentist.