Endodontics Treatment – Root Canal Treatments in Harrow, Northwest London

What is Endodontics?

Endodontics is a specialist branch of dentistry that focuses on the dental pulp inside of our teeth.

If you have an abscess or significant tooth pain that isn’t going away, it could be that the pulp of the tooth has become inflamed. This may be caused by decay, a crack or previous dental work.

Our endodontist is trained to treat these problems and relieve discomfort. We use the latest technologies, including high resolution imaging and high-powered microscopes, to provide treatment of the highest accuracy.

Endodontists are experts in saving teeth, committed to helping you maintain your natural smile for a lifetime. Their advanced training, specialised techniques, and superior technologies mean you get the highest quality care with the best result — saving your natural teeth!

You may or may not be aware that endodontists perform root canal treatments, and they handle many other endodontic treatments and surgeries, address traumatic dental injuries, and place dental implants. The goal is to save your natural teeth whenever possible, however, an endodontist will look at all treatment options to determine the best course of action for your individual case.

When should I see an Endodontist?

No one enjoys having work done on their teeth and some even delay their bi-annual cleanings out of fear or reluctance to visit the dentist. But when it comes to real tooth pain, it’s important to take care of it as soon as possible. You’ll feel better and likely save your tooth.

If you’re experiencing tooth pain, have injured your tooth, it’s sensitive to hot or cold, and/or there is swelling around the teeth, gums or your face, make an appointment with an endodontist today.

Your dentist may refer you to an endodontist — an expert at saving teeth with two or more years of specialised training above and beyond dental school. Endodontists diagnose tooth pain and perform procedures relating to the inside of your teeth.

What is involved in Root Canal Treatment?

Conventional endodontic treatment is a highly skilled procedure that involves gaining access to the pulp chamber and root canals of the tooth. The fine root canals need to be enlarged to allow cleaning solutions and medicaments to be placed in the canal space. A suitable rubber-based filling material can then be placed in the prepared root canal. This filling material provides a seal, preventing bacteria re-entering the tooth to cause another infection.

 Who performs Root Canal Treatment?

All dentists are trained to carry out simple root canal treatment during their undergraduate dental training. Some dentists develop a special interest in endodontics and gain further training to manage the more complex cases.

Is Root Canal Treatment painful?

With modern techniques and anaesthetics, most patients report that they are comfortable during the procedure. You will be surprised to find that our Endodontist has the ability to help you relax to the extent that many patients actually fall asleep at some point during the procedure!

 For the first few days after treatment the tooth may feel sensitive or ‘bruised’, especially if there was pain or infection before the procedure. This discomfort can be relieved with over-the-counter analgesics (such as Ibuprofen or Paracetamol) or prescription medications.

If you have severe pain that starts after three to four days of mild discomfort following root canal treatment, contact Angle House immediately.

There is a common misconception that root canal treatment is very painful. There are certain situations, for example when a nerve is inflamed, that require a different approach to treatment. Our Endodontist have the skill and expertise to manage such situations with minimal discomfort.

Will the tooth need any special care or additional Treatment?

You should avoid biting on the root treated tooth until you have it restored back to function by your dentist. The un-restored tooth is susceptible to fracture so you should see your dentist as soon as possible following the completion of root canal treatment.

How long will my Root Filling last?

A root treated tooth should last as long as a natural tooth, provided that the root filling and the crown of the tooth are well maintained. Occasionally the tooth may become painful or re-infected (new decay or trauma) months to years after successful treatment. When this is the case, the root filling may be revised.

In a few cases, a tooth that has undergone endodontic treatment fails to heal or the pain continues. Such cases require additional endodontic treatment (such as endodontic surgery) to save the tooth.

Can all teeth be Root Treated?

Most teeth can be root treated, provided there is enough tooth structure for the tooth to be restored. Occasionally root canals may not be accessible which could render root canal treatment impossible. However, such cases may be managed by surgical endodontics.

To book a consultation or to find out more, call us on 020 8423 2523.

 Helping patients across Endodontics treatments in Harrow and the surrounding areas post codes:

HA0 (Wembley) | HA1 (Harrow) | HA2 (Harrow) | HA3 (Harrow) | HA4 (Ruislip) | HA5 (Pinner) | HA6 (Northwood)| HA7 (Stanmore) | HA8 (Edgware)| HA9 (Wembley)| UB1 (Southall) | UB2 (Southall) | UB3 (Hayes/Southall) | UB4 (Hayes)| UB5 (Northolt/Greenford) | UB6 (Greenford/Northolt)