Root canal treatment
The treatment that saves a tooth that would otherwise have to come out, by clearing infection from the canals inside it, under local anaesthetic.
Saving the tooth, not removing it
Keep your own tooth
Clearing the infection lets us save the natural tooth, which beats an extraction and the gap, bridge or implant that would follow.
No worse than a filling
Done under local anaesthetic with modern rotary instruments and magnification, most people find it no more uncomfortable than a filling.
Ends the pain
The throbbing toothache an infected nerve causes is settled at the source, not just masked with painkillers.
When an extraction is the better call
Clear pricing, in writing
Every quote is itemised and given to you in writing before treatment begins, with no surprise charges, nothing added at the chair, and no obligation to go ahead. NHS and private options sit side by side. The full fee schedule is on our fees and finance page.
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Root canal FAQs
Does root canal treatment hurt?
No more than a filling for most people. It is done under local anaesthetic, and it relieves the pain the infection was causing.
How many visits does it take?
Often one or two appointments depending on the tooth and the number of canals. Your dentist confirms after an X-ray.
Will I need a crown afterwards?
Usually, yes. A root-treated tooth is more brittle, so a crown protects it from fracture and helps it last.
How long does a treated tooth last?
Well-restored root-treated teeth, protected with a crown, routinely last many years and often a lifetime.
What if it can't be saved?
If the tooth is beyond saving we explain why and set out the replacement options, an implant, a bridge, or a denture.
Book an appointment
Pick a day and time that suits you and we confirm by phone or email within one working day.
Book a root canal consultation
An X-ray, a clear answer on whether the tooth can be saved, and the cost up front.