Treatments
Endodontics
Advanced root canal treatment to relieve pain and save your natural teeth.
Your care team
Our root canal specialists
Endodontics, root canal treatment, removes infected or damaged tissue from inside a tooth, relieving pain and allowing us to save a tooth that might otherwise be lost. Our clinicians use magnification and modern techniques for precise, comfortable care.
When it's needed
- Persistent toothache or sensitivity to hot and cold
- Infection or an abscess at the root of a tooth
- A deep cavity, crack or trauma affecting the nerve
What to expect
After assessment, which may include a cone beam CT scan for a detailed 3D view, the tooth is carefully cleaned, disinfected and sealed under local anaesthetic. Modern root canal treatment is typically no more uncomfortable than a routine filling, and aims to keep your natural tooth in place for years to come.
Fees
Root canal treatment is a single fee of £950 for any tooth, whether it is primary treatment or re-treatment. Your plan is confirmed in writing before treatment begins.
Common Questions
Frequently asked questions
Is the treatment painful?
Endodontic treatment has a reputation for being painful, but many patients do not find it painful, and liken it to having a standard filling. We use local anaesthetic to reduce any discomfort. You will likely be in pain from an infected tooth, so the relief felt when treatment is started far outweighs any discomfort that may be felt.
Is endodontics safe?
Yes, when performed by a dental professional, endodontics is a completely safe and effective treatment. We have many years of experience and have undertaken courses in advanced endodontics so you are in safe hands.
Why do you use a microscope?
Endodontics is a high detail treatment, where we need to see fine details in order to produce the best results. Using a microscope enables us to perform highly accurate, controlled and precise dentistry, with far fewer complications.
Can the treatment fail?
Endodontic treatment can occasionally fail, sometimes a long time after it was completed. The failure is usually due to a fracture, new decay or the crown becoming loose or damaged. Treatment can be repeated on the same tooth if necessary, however most treated teeth will last for years without issue.
Ready when you are
Not sure if it's right for you?
Book an appointment, or get in touch and we'll talk you through your options with no pressure and no obligation.
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