A procedure in which a previously placed post (metal or fibre) is removed from the root canal to allow for re-treatment of the tooth.
Inflammation or pain in a previously treated tooth
Poor-quality root canal treatment in the past
Cyst or infection at the root
Need for re-treatment of the root canals
Replacement of an old restoration (post / crown)
Examination and X-ray / 3D CT scan
Access to the canal through the tooth
Careful removal of the post using specialist instruments or ultrasound
Cleaning and re-preparation of the canals
Further treatment and restoration of the tooth
This is a technically demanding procedure
It is not always possible to remove the post without risk
There is a risk of root damage or fracture
Tooth extraction may sometimes be the alternative
Requires an experienced clinician and precise diagnostic imaging
The tooth can be saved rather than extracted
Elimination of infection
Preparation for high-quality re-treatment
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