Kishan Patel
Clinical Director Orthodontics
ROOT CANAL THERAPY
Root canal treatment
Root canal treatment removes infected or irreversibly inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, disinfects the canal system and seals it so the tooth can be retained where appropriate.
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THE ESSENTIALS
Treat infection inside the tooth.
The dental pulp can become inflamed or infected following deep decay, trauma, cracks or other disease. Root canal treatment aims to remove the infection while preserving the natural tooth.
- Persistent or spontaneous pain
- Pain on biting
- Lingering hot or cold sensitivity
- Swelling or infection
- Darkening after trauma can be a warning sign
THE PROCESS
Diagnose. Disinfect. Seal. Restore.
After assessment and imaging, treatment is carried out with local anaesthetic. The canals are accessed, cleaned, shaped and disinfected before being sealed. Some teeth require more than one visit.
- 01 — Clinical and radiographic assessment
- 02 — Local anaesthetic and isolation
- 03 — Clean and shape the canal system
- 04 — Disinfect and seal
- 05 — Restore the tooth and protect the remaining structure
AFTER ROOT CANAL
The restoration matters too.
A root-filled tooth can be more vulnerable to fracture, particularly at the back of the mouth. Depending on how much tooth remains, a crown or other cuspal coverage restoration may be recommended.
ALTERNATIVES
Extraction is an option — but it changes the problem.
If a tooth cannot or should not be root treated, extraction may be considered. The resulting space may then be managed with an implant, bridge, denture or sometimes no replacement, depending on the clinical situation.
FEES & FINANCE
Clear from the beginning.
The current Iconic Smiles fee guide lists this treatment from the amount shown. Exact fees depend on clinical complexity, materials and your final plan.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Useful answers before you decide.
Is root canal treatment painful?+
Treatment is carried out under local anaesthetic. The aim is to relieve the pain caused by inflammation or infection.
Will it hurt afterwards?+
Some tenderness is common for a short period. Contact the practice if pain is severe, worsening or persists.
How much does root canal treatment cost?+
The current Iconic Smiles fee guide lists root canal treatment from £495. Complexity and the tooth involved affect the final fee.
Meet the clinicians
Three disciplines.
One joined-up plan.
Implant, restorative and orthodontic expertise brought together around one patient.
Meet the team
Kishan Patel
Vishal Patel
Clinical Director Restorative & Cosmetic Dentistry
Mayur Pandya
Clinical Director Implant & Reconstructive Dentistry
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YOUR NEXT STEP
Treat the infection. Preserve the tooth. Rebuild it properly.
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