What It Treats
Save the tooth, stop the pain
When decay or injury reaches a tooth’s nerve, the result is often a deep, throbbing ache — and without treatment, extraction. A root canal removes the infected tissue, disinfects the canal system and seals the tooth, usually under a protective crown.
With rotary instruments, digital imaging and profound anaesthesia, most of our root canals take under an hour and feel no different from having a filling.
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Everything your root canal includes
Digital diagnosis
Low-dose 3D imaging pinpoints the infection before we begin, so there are no surprises mid-treatment.
Painless anaesthesia
Buffered anaesthetic and sedation options for nervous patients — you should feel pressure, never pain.
Single-visit rotary endodontics
Modern rotary files clean and shape the canals in one appointment in the great majority of cases.
Crown and aftercare
A protective crown, a written aftercare plan and a free review visit to confirm healing.
Process
Your visit, step by step
Assess
We examine the tooth, take a 3D image and confirm a root canal is the right way to save it.
Numb
Profound local anaesthetic — we test twice before starting so you feel nothing sharp.
Clean & seal
Infected tissue is removed, canals disinfected and sealed with a biocompatible filling.
Protect
A crown is fitted over the tooth to restore full strength, then reviewed free of charge.
Benefits
Why save the tooth?
- Immediate relief from toothache and sensitivity
- Keeps your natural bite and avoids extraction
- Costs less than extraction plus replacement
- Back to normal eating within a day or two
FAQs
Root canal questions, answered
Does a root canal hurt?
With modern anaesthesia, no. Most patients tell us it felt like getting a filling. Any post-visit tenderness is usually managed with over-the-counter pain relief for a day or two.
How long does it take?
Most root canals at our clinic are completed in a single 60–90 minute visit. Complex cases may need a second short appointment.
Will I need a crown afterwards?
In most cases, yes — a crown protects the treated tooth from fracture and restores full chewing strength. We will show you exactly why and what it costs before you decide.
What happens if I wait?
Infection spreads: pain worsens, abscesses form, and the tooth may become unsaveable. Earlier treatment is simpler, cheaper and more comfortable.