Root canal treatment saves a tooth that has become badly decayed or infected deep inside, where the nerve sits. Rather than removing the tooth, the treatment clears the infection and seals the tooth so you can keep it.
Carried out under local anaesthetic, modern root canal treatment is generally no more uncomfortable than having a filling. We carefully clean and seal the inside of the tooth, and often recommend a crown afterwards to give it extra strength.
We'll explain each step and give you clear aftercare advice, and with good care, a treated tooth can last for many years.