Root Canal Treatment in Watford
Understanding Root Canal Therapy
The pulp is a mixture of nerve fibres and tiny blood vessels that can become very inflamed (giving a toothache) or die off (causing an abscess).
This can happen either in the presence of tooth decay or after a heavy blow to the tooth.
How Root Canal Treatment Works
The aim of the procedure is to painlessly remove the damaged pulp under local anaesthetic and eliminate any infection that may be present.
Once the canals have been cleaned and shaped, they are filled with a special root-filling material.
This treatment is usually completed over two visits, each lasting up to 90 minutes.
Once the root canal filling is securely in place, the tooth’s crown is restored with a large filling or a cast restoration to strengthen and protect it.
Toothache or Ongoing Sensitivity?
A root canal can save your natural tooth, relieve pain, and restore comfort, all with minimal discomfort under local anaesthetic.