What Is Dental Post Removal?
A dental post is a small rod placed inside the hollow canal of a tooth after a root canal to provide structure and support in cases of severe damage or decay. If the tooth becomes infected again, or if the post shifts out of place, our team at Eastern Shore Endodontics may recommend post removal to address the issue. With more than 25 years of specialized endodontic experience, Dr. Tres Manasco has helped thousands of patients restore the function and appeal of their smiles with personalized, compassionate care. If you're experiencing persistent discomfort or infection after a root canal, or if you've noticed a loose crown, contact our office in Daphne, AL to learn about your options for dental post removal.
What Is the Post Removal Process?
Before performing your treatment, we'll perform a comprehensive examination using our office's state-of-the-art digital imaging equipment to get the clearest picture of your dental structures. Post removal can be a fairly complex procedure, but these images will allow Dr. Manasco to plan your treatment with precision. Before starting, we'll numb the area and (if needed) administer nitrous oxide to help you keep comfortable throughout your appointment. When you're ready, he'll make incisions or drill to access the post, which will be loosened and extracted with specialized tools. Once the area is clear, he'll clean out any infection and add filler or a crown to strengthen the tooth before sealing it.
Post removal usually takes 30 – 60 minutes. Afterward, you may have mild soreness or swelling around the area — this is normal and can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.
What Are the Benefits of Post Removal?
The benefits of post removal for your oral health are significant, especially when you're having problems with a previously treated tooth. Some of the key benefits of dental post removal at our Daphne, AL office include:
- Addresses existing infection while reducing the risk of further damage
- Prepares the tooth for further treatment, such as endodontic retreatment
- Prevents complications stemming from a broken or loose dental post
- Improves the strength and function of the tooth
- Can prevent the need for extraction or other invasive procedures
Eastern Shore Endodontics Reviews
It was the BEST experience!! There was no need to be anxious at all! Dr. Tres and his amazing staff were so kind and caring!
Everything went well with my wife’s root canal, no pain and no complications. Dr Manasco followed up with her same night, attention well appreciated
I had originally an appointment a week out and my tooth was killing me. They squeezed me in the next day and did 2 root canals. Dr talked me through each step and called and check on me the same day. I have no pain now. The office staff was amazing and welcoming.
Dr. Manasco is one of the best! He talked me through everything and kept me relaxed the entire time! Very skillful and through! He even followed up with a personal phone call to make sure that everything was ok. Highly recommend him!
100% - Highly recommend Dr. Manasco and his staff.
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Relieve Pain and Prevent Oral Health Complications
If you are struggling with pain, damage, or a loose crown after root canal therapy, you may be dealing with a root infection or a broken dental post. Dr. Manasco at Eastern Shore Endodontics proudly offers custom-tailored endodontic treatments for patients in Daphne, AL and the Gulf Coast area, providing stronger, healthier smiles. Schedule a consultation to learn more about post removal and get the care you need.