Hermitage Clinic

1 Hermitage Court

41 Wapping High Street

London E1W 1NR

020 7481 2999

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Root Canal Treatment

At Hermitage Clinic we provide the highest standard of dentistry . We pride ourselves in using the finest dental materials with advanced dental techniques. We use disposable instruments and products when carrying out Root Canal Treatment. We also have a visiting specialist Endodontist to carry out our complex cases.

What is root canal treatment?

Root canal treatment (also called endodontics) is needed when the blood or nerve supply of the tooth (known as the pulp) is infected through decay or injury. You may not feel any pain in the early stages of the infection. In some cases, your tooth could darken in colour which may mean that the nerve of the tooth has died (or is dying). This would need root canal treatment.

Why is root canal treatment needed?

If the pulp becomes infected, the infection may spread through the root canal system of the tooth. This may eventually lead to an abscess. An abscess is an inflamed area in which pus collects and can cause swelling of the tissues around the tooth. The symptoms of an abscess can range from dull ache to severe pain and the tooth may be tender when you bite. If root canal treatment (RCT) is not carried out, the infection will spread and the tooth may need to be taken out.

What does it involve?

The aim of the treatment is to remove all infection from the root canal. The root is then cleaned and filled to prevent any further infection. Root canal treatment is a skilled and time-consuming procedure. Most courses of treatment will involve two or more visits.

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Root canal treatment is usually 89% successful. However, if the infection comes back the treatment can be repeated by a specialist.

What if I don't have the treatment?

The alternative is to have the tooth out. Once the pulp is destroyed, it can't heal and it is not recommended to leave an infected tooth in the mouth. Although some people would prefer an extraction, it is usually best to keep as many natural teeth as possible.

Please give us a call on 0207 481 2999 for further information.

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