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Save and protect an infected or badly damaged tooth with root canal treatment designed to relieve pain and preserve your natural smile.
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Root canal treatment is used when the soft tissue inside a tooth, known as the pulp, becomes infected or inflamed. This can happen because of deep decay, a crack, trauma or damage that allows bacteria to reach the centre of the tooth. When the pulp is affected, you may notice toothache, tenderness when biting, swelling, sensitivity or a change in tooth colour. Without treatment, the infection can worsen and may lead to an abscess or the loss of the tooth. At Park Street Dental Practice, root canal treatment is carried out to remove the infection, ease discomfort and help preserve your natural tooth wherever possible.
Before treatment begins, your dentist will usually take an X-ray to assess the tooth and the shape of the root canals. The area is then numbed with local anaesthetic, so the procedure can be carried out as comfortably as possible. Your dentist will create a small opening in the tooth, remove the infected pulp, clean and shape the root canals, then seal the space with a root filling. In some cases, a tooth may need extra protection afterwards with a dental crown, especially if it has become weakened. If the tooth has been damaged by decay, your dentist may also discuss other restorative options such as fillings or a longer-term plan to protect your oral health.
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What is root canal treatment?
Root canal treatment is a dental procedure used to remove infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, helping to save the tooth and prevent the infection from spreading.
How do I know if I need root canal treatment?
Possible signs include toothache, pain when biting, swelling, sensitivity to hot or cold, gum tenderness or tooth discolouration. Your dentist will confirm the cause after an examination and X-ray.
Is root canal treatment painful?
The tooth is numbed with local anaesthetic before treatment. Many patients find the procedure feels similar to having a filling, and the pain caused by the infection often improves afterwards.
Why would a tooth need root canal treatment?
A tooth may need root canal treatment if decay, trauma, cracks or damage allow bacteria to reach the pulp inside the tooth.
Will I need a crown after root canal treatment?
Sometimes a crown is recommended after root canal treatment to strengthen and protect the tooth, particularly if it has lost a lot of structure.
How much does root canal treatment cost?
The cost can vary depending on the tooth being treated and the number of root canals involved. Your dentist will explain the treatment plan and costs before starting.
What happens if I leave an infected tooth untreated?
An untreated infection may become more painful, spread to surrounding tissues or lead to an abscess. In some cases, the tooth may eventually need to be removed.
A dedicated team of professionals committed to giving you the best care and advice before, during and after treatment.
Gurvel Singh
Principal Dentist
Dr Gurvel Singh is Principal Dentist at Park Street Dental Practice in Selby, North Yorkshire, with a special interest in dental implants, oral surgery, and restorative dentistry, helping patients restore missing teeth with carefully planned, natural-looking results.
Krishna Pillai
Associate Dentist
Krishna Pillai is an Associate Dentist in Selby and the town’s longest-serving dentist, with over 26 years’ experience providing NHS and private care while also mentoring newly qualified dentists as a former vocational trainer.
David Idicula
Associate Dentist
Dr David Idicula is an Associate Dentist at Park Street Dental Practice, providing general dentistry with a focus on helping nervous or anxious patients feel comfortable, while continuing his studies in restorative aesthetic dentistry.
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