If you’re suffering from the severe pain of an infected tooth, we can help! Bespoke root canal treatment can improve function and appearance – book your appointment today!
Enjoy instant relief from painful toothache once the infection has been eliminated, and start eating and speaking comfortably once more.
Prevent infection from spreading to your surrounding teeth and gums, keeping your mouth healthy and whole.
Successful root canal treatment avoids the need for extraction, keeping your natural tooth in place to benefit your oral health and function.
Root canal treatment is often less expensive than replacing a tooth lost through extraction, saving the costs involved with an implant or bridge.
We’re pleased to offer our patients a range of ways to pay at Carlton House Dental. Choose to pay-as-you-go for our private treatment, take advantage of treatment discounts as a Denplan patient, or spread the cost with our finance option, subject to status. Talk to our team for more information today!
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Root canal treatment, also known as endodontics, is used to remove infected pulp from the innermost part of a tooth, saving it from extraction. It also eliminates the source of infection, protecting your existing healthy teeth. Despite its reputation, root canal treatment should be a pain-free experience, with local anaesthetic used to keep you comfortable throughout.
Dental pulp is made up of soft tissue, nerves and blood vessels, and sits inside your tooth from the crown to the tips of the root. It can become infected due to factors including decay, trauma or deep fillings, and needs to be removed to prevent any spread. The symptoms to look out for include severe pain, sensitivity to hot and cold, swelling, tenderness and discolouration. If any of these occur, please contact us to book an appointment.
Book an appointmentWe use digital x-rays to view the root canals of your tooth and check the infection hasn’t spread to other areas.
We remove the infected pulp from your tooth, using local anaesthetic to minimise discomfort, and flush the canals.
Using tiny instruments, we shape the root canals and fill them with a rubber compound material to prevent further bacteria.
To finish, we seal your tooth with a permanent filling, and may use a dental crown to fully restore the shape and function.
Root canal treatment is generally seen as a very successful treatment, helping to eliminate pain and infection. At Carlton House Dental Practice, our root canal treatment has a success rate of over 96% for initial root fillings.
The best way to look after your tooth after endodontic treatment is to keep up with a regular brushing and flossing routine. Even though the pulp has been removed, root-filled teeth are still prone to decay, so proper care is important. Make sure you’re brushing twice a day and flossing daily to keep the area clean and free from plaque build-up.
If looked after properly, your tooth should stay problem-free for the long-term. In some cases, treatment may need to be repeated, but this is rare. Root-filled teeth can go brittle with time, so we typically fit a dental crown to improve function. It is also important you visit your dentist for regular check ups to spot any potential issues early.
The only alternative to endodontic treatment is to have the affected tooth removed, which eliminates the pain and infection. We generally try to avoid this, as it’s always much better for you to keep your natural tooth whenever possible. An extraction also typically incurs additional costs if you choose to fill the gap left in your smile, such as with a bridge or implant. Occasionally, removing the tooth is unavoidable, but we’ll always discuss all your options with you in detail.
It’s common to experience some mild discomfort or sensitivity for a few days after root canal treatment, especially as the anaesthetic wears off. This can usually be managed with over-the-counter pain medication. However, if you experience severe pain, swelling, or persistent discomfort that doesn’t improve, it’s important to contact us for advice.
Both general dentists and endodontists can perform root canal treatments successfully. An endodontist has undergone more advanced training to become a specialist in the field. At Carlton House Dental, we may refer more complex root canal cases to a specialist endodontic practice in Chesterfield.
A root canal procedure involves removing the infected or damaged pulp from inside the tooth, thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting the inner chambers, and then filling and sealing the tooth to prevent further infection. This treatment aims to save the natural tooth and save it from extraction.
If you’re looking for a root canal dentist in Barwell or Leicester, we can help! Our root canal dentist is experienced in the safe delivery of the treatment, and will get you out of pain from an infected tooth. Contact us to book your appointment today.
For more information about our dental practice, any of our treatments, to book an appointment, or anything else, please get in touch. Our friendly team is always happy to help - we’re looking forward to hearing from you!
