One method for avoiding the removal of your teeth is root canal therapy, also known as endodontic treatment. This dental treatment involves the removal of pulp tissues (which contain nerves and blood vessels) that are at risk of becoming infected or inflamed from the centre of your tooth. The inside of the root is cleaned and filled, in very certain cases time may have to be allowed to settle before filling.

At a later appointment at our dentist in Clapham, we’ll check your tooth and once all infection is cleared, your tooth is permanently restored. It may be possible to do both stages in a single visit. A tooth that has been treated through root canal treatment will continue to function normally and can be maintained with routine dental care and oral hygiene measures.

Allowing bacteria to penetrate the soft tissues in your tooth can cause inflammation, discomfort, and loss of the supporting bone. It is always advisable to try and avoid this advanced stage of root canal infection. Signs to watch out for include: tooth pain; prolonged sensitivity to hot, cold, or sugary foods; discolouration of the tooth; swelling or tenderness of the overlying gums, or a bad taste in the mouth. In some cases, however, there are no symptoms at all. If you suspect an infection, call us as soon as possible on 020 7622 5333, or book via the online form, to arrange an appointment at our dentist in London.

Crescent Lodge Dental Practice’s endodontists, Joanna Kowalczyk-Laska and Danielle Taylor perform root canal treatment using a special microscope designed specifically for root canal treatment. Along with expertise and advanced equipment, you will receive a local anaesthetic meaning treatment should feel no different from having an ordinary filling. To keep your mouth healthy, we recommend you visit our dentist in Clapham for regular hygiene appointments and dental health assessments.

For more information about root canal treatments in Clapham Common, London or to book a consultation with our root canal treatment specialists, please contact us today! Call us on 020 7622 5333, email reception@dentistsw4.com or complete our contact form.