Root Canal

If you’re experiencing swelling, intense pain, or sensitivity to hot and cold, a root canal may be needed instead of a standard filling. At Abbeywood Dental Practice, our in-house endodontist can provide specialised care to help you find relief from your troublesome tooth.

What is a Root Canal?

A root canal is a procedure to remove infected or damaged pulp from inside the tooth. It’s done under local anaesthetic, so you’ll remain comfortable throughout. The area is cleaned, disinfected, and sealed with a material called gutta-percha to restore function and prevent further infection. In some cases, multiple visits may be needed.

Root Canal FAQs

What is Dental Pulp?

Dental pulp is the soft tissue inside your tooth that contains nerves and blood vessels. If it becomes infected, it can be very painful and may require root canal treatment to save the tooth and prevent it from being lost.

What is Endodontics?

Endodontics is a dental specialty focused on treating infected or inflamed tooth pulp. The most common procedure in this field is root canal treatment.

Is root canal treatment painful?

Root canal treatment shouldn’t be painful — in fact, it’s designed to relieve the pain caused by an infected tooth. When carried out by a skilled professional with proper anaesthesia, the procedure is typically completely painless.

What is the alternative to root canal treatment?

If a root canal isn’t possible, your tooth may need to be extracted. In most cases, it can be replaced with a denture or a dental implant.

Say Goodbye to Toothache

Book an appointment with our in-house Endodontist today to see if a root canal treatment is right for your tooth, and explore your options for getting a pain-free smile back.