Root Canal Treatment Cambridge - Endodontist Cambridgeshire

Why Have Root Canal Treatment?

Root canal treatment can save an infected tooth from extraction, and promotes a healthy and fully functioning mouth. It removes a source of infection that could spread to other areas, and ultimately relieves your pain and toothache.

Missing teeth can cause problems for your tooth alignment and function. Root canal treatment prevents this, enabling you to keep your natural tooth, a preferable outcome. It also avoids the time and costs involved with replacing a lost tooth.

Your Quick Guide to Root Canal Treatment

We take an X-ray to check the root canals of your tooth and accurately plan your treatment
Using local anaesthetic to minimise any discomfort, we carefully remove the infected pulp
We clean and shape the root canals before flushing them with an antibacterial solution to remove lasting debris
We seal the canals with a rubber compound material and add a permanent filling or crown to restore full shape and function.

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Root canal treatment results

Root canal treatment can save a tooth that is badly decayed or infected, preventing the need for an extraction. A successful root canal also allows you to continue eating and speaking with confidence.

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When is Root Canal Treatment Needed?

The dental pulp within your tooth is made up of soft tissue, including nerves and blood vessels, and extends from the crown to the tips of the root. If the pulp becomes infected, due to decay, trauma, or a deep filling, it needs to be removed to avoid the issue spreading and to save your natural tooth. You may experience symptoms including pain, sensitivity, discolouration, swelling, a metallic taste or gum tenderness.

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Frequently Asked Questions

: The best way to look after your tooth following endodontic treatment is to keep up with excellent daily brushing and flossing. Root filled teeth are still prone to decay, so need to be cared for properly to maintain your oral health. As far as possible, avoid chewing or biting on the tooth being treated until you have it permanently restored with either a filling or a crown.
: Although root canal treatment has a reputation for being painful, it is often nowhere near as bad as you are expecting! The procedure should be no more uncomfortable than having a normal filling, and you will likely feel great relief once you are no longer in pain from the infection. After treatment, the tooth may be sensitive or tender for a few days due to inflammation of the surrounding tissues, but this can be managed using over-the-counter painkillers.
: After root canal treatment the tooth is pulp-less, so has no vital tissues within. However, there are vital tissues surrounding the root, such as the gum, periodontal membrane and supporting bone. A root canal treated tooth can function normally and can be maintained with routine dental care and oral hygiene measures.
: If it is properly cared for, your root treated tooth should function well for many years and cause no issues. In some cases, the treatment may need to be repeated, but this is rare.
: If looked after properly, with regular brushing and flossing, your root canal treated tooth should stay trouble-free and provide a long lasting repair. Even though the pulp has been removed, the tooth will stay intact because the canals have been sealed to prevent re-infection. Regular check-ups are also recommended so any problems can be detected early.
: The only alternative to endodontic treatment is to have the affected tooth removed, thus eliminating the pain and infection. We try to avoid this, as it is much better for you to keep your natural tooth. An extraction also incurs additional costs relating to filling the gap left in your smile. Occasionally, removing the tooth is inevitable, but we will talk to you about your options in full.

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We are located at 259 Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8RP

We are at the Addenbrookes end of Hills Road, opposite The Perse School. Our entrance is located in Glebe Road. The practice is easily accessible on the ground floor with a level entrance.

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Ample, free parking is available onsite at the practice

Travelling by bike?

Our dedicated racks keep your bike secure

Catching the bus?

There is a bus stop opposite the practice

Travelling by train?

We are a 10-minute walk from Cambridge Train Station

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Root Canal Treatment

Relieve pain and infection in your tooth