Endodontic Retreatment

With the appropriate care, your teeth that have had endodontic treatment will last as long as other natural teeth. Yet, a tooth that has received treatment may fail to heal or pain may continue to exist. Sometimes, the pain may occur months or years after treatment. If so, Endodontic Retreatment may be needed.

Improper healing may be caused by:

  • Curved or narrow canals that were not treated during the initial treatment.
  • Complicated canals that went undetected during the initial treatment.
  • The crown or restoration was not placed within the appropriate amount of time following the procedure.
  • The crown or restoration that did not prevent saliva from contaminating the inside of the tooth.
An example of a tooth with inflamed tissue
Inflamed Tissue
A visual of removing fillings from a tooth
Filling Removed
A representation of a tooth with its canals cleaned
Canals Cleaned
An illustration of new root filling material placed into a tooth's canals
Root Material Placed
An example of a tooth's filling restored by new root canal filling
Filling Restored
A representation of a fully healed tooth by new root canal filling placed
Healed Tooth

In some cases, new problems can influence a tooth that was successfully treated:

  • New decay can expose a root canal filling material, causing infection.
  • A cracked or loose filling or crown can expose the tooth to new infection.

Once retreatment has been selected as a solution to your problem, the doctors will reopen your tooth to gain access to the root canal filling material. This restorative material will be removed to enable access to the root canal. The doctors will now clean your canals and carefully examine the inside of the problematic tooth. Once cleaned, the doctors will fill and seal the canals and place a temporary filling in the tooth.

At this point, you will need to return to your dentist as soon as possible in order to have a new crown or restoration placed on the tooth to restore full functionality.

 
 

Southwest Michigan Endodontics

5 out of 5 stars based on 39 Endodontic Retreatment reviews

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What a pleasurable experience starting with the beautiful office outside and inside, the cheerful and helpful front office employees, Rachel, the assistant that put me at ease immediately when ushered to the procedure room, and then, Dr Allen, so kind and obviously so well educated as how to deal with the patient, the problem, answering questions and explaining the procedures from beginning to end. Guess what, it didn't even hurt!!!

- Nancy J

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Everyone was SO friendly, informative. Dr. Allen and Rachel were great and painless!

- Amy

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Excellent job. Good relationship with dentist and assistant. loved the music and headphones. I would recommend you highly for the work done and the environment.

- Lee B

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My first root canal was yesterday and, bar none, this was the most positive medical or dental experience I have ever had. Dr. Allen and his team have customer care, concern and service down to an absolute art form. From the careful explanation of what the treatment would be to the updates on how it's going along the way, to the absolute painlessness and personal comfort (with a blanket, music and aromatherapy), they have not missed a chance to ensure that you're treated like the only patient that day. And upon checking out, you even get a bottle of water with a pop top so you can rehydrate and not lose the water down your chin!

- Dalry P

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Great experience. This was my first root canal and I didn't know what to expect. It was quick and painless. My tooth stopped hurting and I didn't even have to take Tylenol after the numbness went away. 🙂

- Mark M

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my second root canal here and all went great, very nice staff, the modern technology used by Dr.Allen is top notch,,, nice relaxing music to pick from, nice view out the window of pretty birds at the feeders. For those afraid of the term "root canal" let your mind at ease, the staff understand your nervous fear and really put you at ease. They explain everything in terms you can understand and how it will be .. We very lucky to have a dedicated Endodontic dentist in the area, keep up the good work and will refer a friend if needed.

- phil w

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Awesome experience. Almost fell asleep during procedure! Everyone here made you feel very comfortable.

- Carolyn S

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This was my first visit with a horrific painful molar in need of a root canal. Dr Allen and his Assistant were both calming and kind ,the birds and music helped alot but Dr Allens easy touch with the numbing was outstanding also always checking if i was comfortable and explaining every step was comforting also. .The best was the Warm towel for your jaw after procedure just outstanding !!! I would recommend this office to anyone that asks .Actually I haven't stopped talking about you all

- Marie H

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I had my first root canal here. At first I was terrified because I thought it was going to be painful and terrifying. I went in initially for a consultation and to no surprise I needed a root canal. Before the procedure, Dr. Allen was a friendly face to see. I am terrified of needles and thankfully, I closed my eyes during the entire process of the numbing injections. It did hurt, but not nearly as bad as my previous experiences with shots. During the procedure I had music playing to drown out the drilling and I was given a blanket (I was wearing shorts and the A/C was turned up) and made comfortable by the staff. I didn't feel a thing, and the procedure was done 3x faster than I thought it would take. Afterwards, my tooth didn't hurt at all! Thank heavens (This is not necessarily for everyone, different tooth different person, different reactions)

- Jessica C

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I loved the music with the headphones, I loved the birds outside the window, it helped me to relax. I especially liked the way Dr. Allen allowed me to close my mouth to rest my jaw as much as possible. Thank you for a very pleasant experience.

- Sheila M

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I usually have very high anxiety. This was the best experience I have had. Comfortable, friendly and anxiety free.

- Kristy M

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You were all fantastic

- Anthony Carl baggett t T

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Very relaxing enjoyed the music dental assistant and Dr Allen were great!

- Mary K

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Very professional. Easy. Impressed!

- Jeff M

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Very informative answered all questions

- Anne H

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I was very nervous coming in however the entire staff made me feel at ease. They let you choose from a great selection of music to listen to while you have your procedure. I absolutely loved this benefit! I would highly recommend Dr. Allen and his staff!

- Anonymous

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Put me at ease.

- Kim K

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They numed it so well I didn't feel a thing! They also did a great job of explaining everything.

- Terry T

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I was terribly nervous and Dr Allen and Jennifer were so kind and comforting. The procedure was painless, I was so relieved!

- Katie V

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So friendly. Thorough, and courteous. I would choose to come here if I have any problem.

- Jenny C

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