ROOT CANAL THERAPY
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Root Canal Therapy
Relieving discomfort and helping preserve your natural tooth
Root canal therapy is used to treat infection or inflammation inside a tooth, helping relieve symptoms and preserve the natural tooth where possible. At Belle Vue Dental Practice, we'll explain every stage clearly and provide careful, reassuring treatment focused on relieving discomfort and preserving your dental health.
What Is Root Canal Therapy?
Root canal therapy is a treatment used when the soft tissue inside a tooth, known as the dental pulp, becomes inflamed or infected. This can happen as a result of deep decay, cracks or damage to the tooth or sometimes following previous dental treatment.
During treatment, the infected or inflamed tissue is carefully removed from inside the tooth. The root canals are then cleaned, disinfected and sealed to help prevent further infection.
Root canal therapy can often allow a tooth that might otherwise need to be removed to remain in place, helping preserve your natural smile and function.
Is Root Canal Therapy Right for Me?
Root canal therapy may be recommended when the inside of a tooth has become inflamed or infected. Symptoms can vary considerably, and in some cases a problem may be identified during a routine examination or X-ray before significant discomfort develops.
IT MAY BE A GOOD OPTION IF YOU:
Have persistent toothache or discomfort when biting
Experience prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold
Have swelling, tenderness or signs of infection around a tooth
Have a damaged or deeply decayed tooth that may otherwise need removing
We'll carefully assess the tooth and, where appropriate, take an X-ray to help determine the cause of the problem. We'll explain what we've found, discuss the treatment options available and help you understand the most appropriate way forward.
Why Choose Belle Vue for Root Canal Therapy?
​ Focused on Preserving Your Tooth
Where possible, root canal therapy allows us to treat infection while preserving your natural tooth, helping maintain your smile and dental function.
Calm, Reassuring Care
We understand that the thought of root canal treatment can make some patients apprehensive. We'll take the time to explain what is happening, answer your questions and provide calm, reassuring support throughout your care.
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Careful Diagnosis & Planning
Careful treatment planning starts with understanding the problem. We'll carefully assess your tooth and use digital X-rays where appropriate to help us plan your treatment.
Trusted Independent Care
As an independently owned practice, you'll receive personalised care from a friendly team that takes the time to understand you, your concerns and your dental health.
Your Root Canal Treatment Journey
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Assessment & Diagnosis
We'll carefully examine the affected tooth, discuss your symptoms and usually take an X-ray to help us understand what's happening inside and around the tooth.
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Keeping You Comfortable
Before treatment begins, the area will be carefully numbed with local anaesthetic. We'll explain what to expect and take care to keep you as comfortable as possible throughout your treatment.
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Treating the Tooth
The inflamed or infected tissue is carefully removed before the root canals are thoroughly cleaned, disinfected and sealed to help protect the tooth from further infection.
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​Restoring & Protecting Your Tooth
After root canal treatment, the tooth will need to be restored to help protect it and restore its function. Depending on the individual tooth, this may involve a filling or, in some cases, a crown. We'll explain the most appropriate option for you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Protect Your Natural Tooth?
If you're experiencing toothache, sensitivity or have been advised that you may need root canal treatment, we're here to help.
Our friendly team will take the time to understand your concerns, explain your options clearly and arrange an appointment at a time that suits you.