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Northwood Hills Dental

Save and Restore Teeth with

Root Canal Treatment

Save and Restore
Teeth with

Root Canal Treatment

Root Canal Treatment, Northwood hills

If you are suffering from the pain of an internally infected tooth, our experienced endodontist can expertly restore it with root canal treatment at our highly rated dental clinic.

Effective endodontic treatment can save a tooth that might otherwise have to be removed. As well as being better for overall oral health, it is a more cost-effective, long-term solution than tooth extraction.

Our team of

Dental experts

One of our greatest strengths as a practice is our people, and we are able to boast a superb team of dentists, hygienists and support staff.

All of our dental professionals are highly experienced and skilled in their fields, so you can rest assured that you are in safe hands with us.

Root canal treatment costs

To help keep this treatment as affordable as possible, we ensure our prices are very competitive compared to other specialist dentists in North West London.

Root canal From

£595

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Save & repair infected natural teeth

Expert root canal treatment

A root canal procedure is used to treat infection or damage within the innermost part of a tooth containing nerves and blood vessels, known as the “pulp”. This soft tissue inside the tooth can become infected due to severe decay, a cracked tooth, or a dental abscess.

During treatment, the infected or damaged pulp is removed, and the root canals cleaned and disinfected. They are then filled and the tooth sealed to prevent further infection.

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The key steps of treatment

A root canal procedure typically takes place over one or two appointments. The endodontist numbs the area with a local anaesthetic to prevent pain, and then creates an opening through the top part of the tooth to access the internal canals.

They then use specialist instruments to remove the infected pulp. This is followed by cleaning and shaping the root canals, and filling the vacated space with a replacement material.

In a follow-up appointment, a crown may be fitted over the root canal-treated tooth to provide extra
strength and protection.

Root canal treatment FAQs

If you have an internally infected tooth then you are likely to be suffering from persistent tooth pain, prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold, swelling or tenderness in the gums, or pain when chewing.

If you are experiencing these symptoms, you should arrange for an appointment so that we can diagnose and treat the problem.

If you don’t undergo a root canal procedure for an infected tooth, the infection can spread. This may lead to severe pain, swelling, facial abscesses, and potentially tooth loss.

The untreated infection could also affect other teeth, gums, and the jawbone.

With proper care, a tooth that has undergone root canal treatment can last a lifetime. However, a crown may be recommended to help protect it.

The longevity of a root canal-treated tooth will also depend on such factors as the amount of natural tooth remaining, and the patient’s oral hygiene habits.

The primary goal of a root canal procedure is to save as much natural tooth material as possible. In most cases, this is the best solution for preserving long-term oral function and appearance, as opposed to having teeth extracted.

Extraction is rarely a quicker or cheaper option, given that a bridge or implant is likely to be required to replace the tooth as a result.