First, your Dentist will explain the procedure and all your options to ensure you are happy to go ahead. Our highly skilled dentists can perform root canal treatment to stop the infection from spreading and will aim to preserve as much of your tooth as possible.
This treatment will be carried out under local anaesthetic and, therefore, overall, should feel similar to having a filling. The aim of the treatment is to remove all the infection from the root canal system. The canals are then cleaned and filled to prevent any further infection. The tooth is then restored, often with a permanent filling or crown.
Root canal treatment is a skilled and time-consuming procedure and may require multiple dental visits. After the treatment is complete, it is normal to experience some pain in the area, so we recommend taking pain medication, allowing time for healing.
