Root Canal Treatment
Specialist-Led Root Canal Treatment
An infection or inflammation related to the root canal in your tooth may leave you in considerable pain and discomfort, worrying about the treatment you need, whether the problem will spread, and whether you’ll lose the tooth.
Root canal inflammation or infection may come with severe toothache and sensitivity. In some cases, there may be no symptoms, but the problem may be brought to your attention by your general dentist during a routine check-up.
The infection or inflammation is caused by bacteria in the root canal deep inside your tooth, and you will need a root canal treatment to stop the spread of this to save the affected tooth.
Although a root canal treatment may sound scary, it really isn’t. At SmileHQ, our endodontic team is led by Specialist Endodontist Rose Mulvey. Specialist Endodontists have extra training and qualifications in root canal treatment.
Rose uses evidence-based techniques alongside digital and microscope technology to obtain the best possible outcome and ensures your comfort throughout the procedure. Her kind, friendly approach and wealth of experience mean a lot of her patients actually fall asleep during the procedure as they are so relaxed!
BOOK CONSULTATIONThe Root Cause
We often pay close attention to the visible part of our teeth, but they also have roots that join with the jawbone below the gum-line.
There is a living portion inside each tooth, below the tough outer layers of enamel and dentine, called the dental pulp.
Dental pulp comprises nerve endings, connective tissue, cells, and blood vessels. The dental pulp goes right down into the root canal.
If you have damage or decay to the outside of your tooth, bacteria can penetrate and cause the dental pulp to become inflamed or infected. Inflammation and Infection will spread inside the tooth and eventually lead to the nerve dying.
There can then be issues in the gums and jaw bone such as bone loss, swelling or a draining abscess (pus).
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Root Canal Inflammation or Infection Symptoms
Toothache is initially a sign of tooth decay. However, as this decay worsens, the inside of your tooth (or the pulp) becomes irreversibly inflamed and then infected.
While it’s essential to have all toothache checked, the following are signs that you may have irreversible inflammation or infection involving the root canal and will need prompt treatment:
- Pain while eating or biting
- Prolonged sensitivity to hot and cold food and beverages
- Pain at night
- Spontaneous pain that may be very severe and does not always respond to painkillers
- The tooth appears darker
- Pus oozing from the gum around, above or below the tooth
- Swelling in the areas surrounding the tooth
Your Root Canal Treatment
After thorough assessment of your symptoms and the affected tooth, Rose will begin by numbing the area. She will access the root canal inside your tooth. She will clean the bacteria and matter from inside these canals using tiny files and fluids with the aid of the dental microscope.
Once the cleaning has been completed, Rose will seal the canals to help prevent reinfection and promote healing. She will also repair and seal the surface of the tooth with a filling. We may suggest returning to have a crown placed later. A dental crown will protect the tooth from breaking or cracking in the future
After your procedure, the majority of the pain from the inflammation or infection will usually have gone. In some cases, this relief is instant. It may take a few days to go fully. You will feel numb for a few hours, and you may have some post-treatment discomfort. However, this can usually be managed with over-the-counter pain relief.
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This is a wonderful practice. I was seen at short notice because I was in pain and could not get an appointment with my regular dentist and it was well worth the one hour journey to get there. Dr Sasha, Nurse Stephie and Holly and Claire on reception could not have been more welcoming and kind. I had x Ray and antibiotics and everything was unhurried and explained in detail. Thank you all so much.
Couldn’t recommend Pola and his team enough. Pola is thorough and explains everything and makes you feel in safe hands. The girls are also amazing, massive thanks to Hannah for everything she helped me set my app up and the aftercare is amazing. Claire is so lovely and personable every visit and Sophie is brilliant during my sessions with Pola.
The atmosphere was so peaceful. The staff are friendly and welcoming. They listened to my needs and considered my comfort every step of the way. I would definitely recommend. I felt so confident walking out after just one clean. Already have my next appointments booked in. Now going to the dentist isn’t so scary.
I had the best experience at Smile HQ. The customer service was excellent and everyone was very professional and friendly. Pola and Charlotte made me feel very comfortable during my treatment and my end results are amazing!
Wow, what can I say about Smile HQ. It is a team full of experience but not just in their field of dentistry, but their customer service and their kindness to patients is second to none. Dr. Vish is amazing with the care and detail of his planning for your treatment and gets you that forever smile at the end of treatment. Would highly recommend this clinic and their specialist services in cosmetic dentistry and Implants.
Absolutely fantastic treatment from start to finish. My daughter was extremely anxious about having root canal treatment, but says she could barely feel anything. Rose (Endodontist) has a very professional and calming manner. The whole experience was the best experience my daughter has had at a dental practice. Belle (Nurse) was also so kind and caring, helping to completely put my daughter at ease. I can’t recommend Smile HQ and its staff enough. Also ladies on reception go above and beyond to Welcome you and put you at ease. Special mention to Hannah, for helping us get the quickest correct type of appointment, thoroughly answering all our questions. Seamless experience 😊
Unbelievable experience at Smile HQ. Pola & Claire were incredible, they were patient and listened to all of my needs and wants. I had my composite bonding done today and they are perfect. Highly recommend!
What an amazing experience I had from start to finish. The facilities were first of all immaculate and the staff were so professional and friendly. I am over the moon with my final result (8 composite veneers) and I couldn’t be happier with the work completed by Dr Pola Reza. A big thank you to the dental assistant Claire, and the Front of House staff Hannah & Holly for making my experience so amazing. Couldn’t recommend them more!
Root Canal Treatments at SmileHQ
If you have a toothache, don’t suffer in silence. Root canal infections will get worse, and treatment is essential. At SmileHQ, we pride ourselves on providing excellent, precision care that stops root canal infections in their tracks.
Call us today to schedule your appointment.
