Root canal treatment
An infection inside a tooth doesn't have to mean losing it. Root canal treatment clears it out and keeps the tooth in place.
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What’s actually going on
Inside every tooth is pulp — nerves and blood vessels. If germs get in through a crack, a cavity or a knock, it becomes infected. Adult teeth no longer need the pulp, so it can be removed and the tooth kept.
Signs to watch for
Pain with hot or cold, pain on biting, swelling, or a tooth that darkens. Sometimes there are no signs at all — which is why check-ups catch these early, when success rates are highest.
Why saving it is worth it
Keeping your own tooth keeps the rest of them aligned, and avoids the jaw problems and gum disease that follow a gap.
Common questions
Is it as bad as people say?
No. It’s done under local anaesthetic. The reputation comes from the pain that brings people in, not from the treatment that fixes it.
Will I need a crown afterwards?
Often, yes — a treated tooth is more brittle. We’ll tell you at the time. Crowns start from £490.