Root canal treatment is an effective procedure designed to save a tooth that has become infected or severely damaged. By removing the infected pulp from inside the tooth, cleaning and sealing the root canals, your dentist can eliminate pain, prevent the spread of infection, and preserve your natural tooth whenever possible.
Modern root canal treatment is carried out using advanced techniques and local anaesthetic to ensure a comfortable experience. Following treatment, the tooth is often restored with a filling or crown to provide long-term strength and function, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile with confidence.
Root canal treatment removes the source of infection, helping to eliminate pain and discomfort caused by an infected tooth.
Rather than extracting the tooth, root canal treatment preserves your natural smile and maintains your normal bite.
Cleaning and sealing the root canals helps stop bacteria from spreading to surrounding teeth and tissues.
Once restored, the treated tooth can function much like a natural tooth, allowing you to chew, speak, and smile comfortably.
Root canal treatment is a procedure that removes infected or damaged pulp from inside a tooth, cleans the root canals, and seals them to prevent further infection.
Common signs include persistent toothache, sensitivity to hot or cold, swelling, tenderness around the tooth, or a darkened tooth. Your dentist will confirm whether root canal treatment is required.
No. The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic, making it no more uncomfortable than having a routine filling. Most patients experience significant relief from pain after treatment.
Treatment can often be completed in one or two appointments, depending on the complexity of the tooth and the extent of the infection.