Root canal treatment is a procedure used to save a tooth that has become infected or severely decayed. It involves carefully removing the infected or damaged pulp from inside the tooth, cleaning and disinfecting the area, and then sealing it to prevent further infection. This treatment helps relieve pain while preserving your natural tooth and restoring its normal function.
At Whitchurch Smiles, we aim to make root canal treatment as comfortable and stress-free as possible. Using modern techniques and gentle care, we focus on removing infection while maintaining the strength and structure of your tooth. In most cases, a crown is recommended afterwards to protect the tooth and ensure long-lasting results.
Helps eliminate infection and relieve toothache effectively.
Preserves your existing tooth instead of removing it.
Removes bacteria and protects surrounding teeth and gums.
Allows you to chew and bite comfortably again.
Root canal treatment is a procedure used to remove infected or damaged tissue from inside a tooth, clean the area, and seal it to save the natural tooth.
It is usually needed when the inner pulp of a tooth becomes infected due to deep decay, cracks, or trauma, causing pain or swelling.
No, the procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic and is designed to relieve pain rather than cause it. Most patients feel comfortable during treatment.
It can often be completed in one or two appointments depending on the complexity of the infection and the tooth involved.
A filling or crown is usually placed to restore and protect the tooth, helping it function normally for many years.
