Endodontic Retreatment
in Columbia MO

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, Dr. Lawson may need to perform Endodontic Retreatment.

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.

Are You Seeking Relief from a Painful or Sensitive Tooth?

Call us now to find the relief you deserve!

Call us: 573-256-2121

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.

Warren A. Lawson, DDS MSD

5 out of 5 stars based on 22 Endodontic Retreatment reviews

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

The staff were exceptional and demonstrated trauma informed care throughout the appointment.

- Elizabeth B

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

Great

- Jackie S

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

Best dental office I’ve ever visited!

- April R

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

I can't bring myself to say I LOVED my experience with you... I mean, who LOVES a root canal? However, I can honestly say I'm so appreciative for every gesture you and your staff made and thankful for each interaction I had with your practice. Five Stars for sure. THANK YOU!!

- Betsy W

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

This was my first appointment with Dr. Lawson. I had a great experience from scheduling through the completion of my procedure. Dr. Lawson is the best! The entire staff are the best! I will not hesitate to return when future needs arise.

- Phil G

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

I'm dental phobic and a flight risk every time I enter a dentist's office. Dr. Lawson and his staff are absolutely understanding of patient anxiety and made my visits comfortable and pain-free. Very accommodating to my schedule, as well. Five stars, for sure. THANK YOU DR LAWSON AND STAFF!

- Betsy W

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

Dr. Lawson and his staff are very professional. They got me in to their office in a timely manner when I was in a lot of pain. I will be recommending Dr. Lawson and his team to anyone looking for a referral.

- Melissa M

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

Everyone was very kind and informative with needed options and insurance options

- Ruth D

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

Professional, efficient and friendly. What more could a patient want!

- Lucas H

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

I could not have asked for better. Dr. L and his entire staff was exemplary.

- Sherry K

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

The entire process was efficient, friendly and painless!

- Lucas H

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

Will return for what ever is needed, very good professionals!

- Kevin M

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

You guys rock!

- Jamie V

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

Everyone who I interacted with throughout the process was genuinely SO kind, friendly, and supportive. As someone who hasn’t had the best history or experiences in the past, I am SO glad my dentist sent me here. Very welcoming and understanding, while also being super professional and great at their jobs.

- Olivia B

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

Wonderful, caring people!!!

- Cyndi F

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

Super friendly and explained everything so there were no surprises

- Cyndi F

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

You guys are all wonderful; the environment you create and the work that you do!

- Samantha S

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

My dentist referred me to Lawson Endodontics because they were in Columbia versus being in Jeff City, but didn’t have a ton of information on them one way or another. From my first call, Libby was terrific and got me all set up for my visit. When I arrived everyone was so very friendly and courteous and genuinely wanted the patients to have the very best experience. Dr. Lawson was very kind and patient and explained things thoroughly. While the news wasn’t the best, he gave me the knowledge to make an informed decision. Following the appointment, I went back to my dentist to finish up my dental work and mentioned how great everyone at the office was, and he mentioned that it was great to have a good resource in Columbia as well. I would definitely recommend!

- Mark P

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

Thank you for a very pleasant visit! I so much appreciate you all!

- Jennifer C

5 out of 5 stars on

Our Latest Patient Testimonial

Made me feel very comfortable.

- Brooke J

5 out of 5 stars on