{"id":79,"date":"2024-03-04T19:19:24","date_gmt":"2024-03-04T19:19:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.andersondentalhackensack.com\/blog\/?p=79"},"modified":"2024-04-16T19:21:59","modified_gmt":"2024-04-16T19:21:59","slug":"repeated-repair-why-do-i-need-a-second-root-canal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.andersondentalhackensack.com\/blog\/2024\/03\/04\/repeated-repair-why-do-i-need-a-second-root-canal\/","title":{"rendered":"Repeated Repair: Why Do I Need a Second Root Canal?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If you ever had a severely decayed or damaged tooth, it\u2019s likely that your dentist performed a root canal<\/a> to repair and restore it. Although in most cases this procedure only needs to be completed one time, in some cases you may need to have it repeated. If you\u2019ve found out you need a second root canal on the same tooth, it\u2019s natural to wonder whether the treatment is truly necessary. Keep reading to learn more about why this happens so you can set your mind at ease!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What is a Root Canal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To explain why you need another root canal, it helps to first establish what\u2019s involved in the process. During this procedure, your dentist first numbs the area and then makes a small opening in your injured tooth so that they can clean it out using specially designed instruments. They\u2019ll remove any unhealthy materials from the pulp of your tooth and then disinfect it. Finally, they\u2019ll seal the hole and provide an appropriate restoration to shield it from future harm while simultaneously restoring its functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Does My Root Canal Need to Be Redone?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Root canals are not uncommon, but they\u2019re a surgical procedure like any other that comes with certain risks. It might become infected and not heal properly, for example. It\u2019s also possible for a different issue to affect your now-vulnerable tooth later, even after you\u2019ve recovered. Some possible causes that might lead to a repeat treatment can include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n