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Root canal treatment

Teeth are held in the jaw by their roots. Front teeth normally have one root but further back have more. 

Inside, the tooth pulp should be alive, with nerves and a blood supply in the root canal. Root Canal Treatment, (also called Endodontics) is needed when the blood or nerve supply of the tooth (known as the pulp) is infected through decay or injury, destroying this living part and increasing the risk of developing an abscess at the end of the root. 

Root filling means removing damaged or dead pulp and filling the left space. The remaining tooth can be repaired. If Root Canal Treatment (RCT) is not carried out, the infection will spread and the tooth may need to be taken out.

What does it involve?

The aim of the treatment is to remove all infections from the root canal. The root is then cleaned and filled to prevent any further infection. Root Canal treatment is a skilled and time-consuming procedure. Most courses of treatment will involve two or more visits to your dentist.

At the first appointment, the infected pulp is removed. Any abscesses, which may be present, can also be drained at this time. The root canal is then cleaned and shaped ready for the filling. A temporary filling is inserted and the tooth is left to settle. The tooth is checked at a later visit and when all the infection has cleared, the tooth is permanently filled.

What will my tooth look like after treatment?

In the past, a root-filled tooth would often darken after treatment. However, with modern techniques, this does not usually happen. If any discolouration should take place, there are several treatments available to restore the natural appearance.

What if it happens again?

Root canal treatment is usually very successful, however, if there should be a recurrence of infection, the treatment can be repeated.

Patient Reviews

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The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Cedar Dental Care. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

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Shaun McManus

The Team at Cedar are like a great family friends who helps look after you health and engage in regular updates on each others lives. The work they do is what you need to stay healthy not just for the sake of it and they are the best team to trust with you dental health.

31st July 2025

Care taken above and beyond

31st July 2025

The ceda dental care team treat me and my family as individuals they interact with us as we would expect from an old friend. We know they have our best all round health interests at heart and recommend the best treatments only as we require them. We feel safe and secure in their care and have done for many years. If you want the best then join them too.

31st July 2025

Excellent service and advice and adjusted appointments to suit me

31st July 2025

Cedar Dental, in my opinion, is the best. Although my dental care insurance is expensive, I am very satisfied with the service and the treatment I always receive

31st July 2025

Good service and convenient location

31st July 2025

I have been coming to this practice for since 1975 and have always had good care with the emphasis on maintaining healthy teeth and gums with intervention only as necessary.

30th July 2025

Good service, polite and curious reception staff and excellent dentist and dental nurse which I could fault

30th July 2025

How we were looked after by the staff and dentist

30th July 2025

Patrick and Kate are one of best dentist and assistant we have ever experienced

29th July 2025

How professional the staff are, when dealing with my situation. Stacey on reception was a gem, sorting out an appointment for. Abi,my dentist is just pure class! Thanks for looking after me.

29th July 2025

Experienced and pleasant clinicians

29th July 2025

I have been a patient there for 15 years

29th July 2025

I was incredibly nervous going into my appointment by Abi kept me calm and listened to me. She explained every single thing she was doing and also Mr Patel popped in to check on the reason for my appt.

29th July 2025

I was in a lot of pain, and was seen on the same day as my phone call, the whole team was excellent. On the most recent visit I was especially impressed with the efficiency and professionalism of not only Roy, but his dental nurse was outstanding too, and the receptionist, thank you

28th July 2025

I have received several fillings & crowns one was an extremely tricky one and the dental team have been amazing. The reception staff have always been welcoming and helpful too. I think your practice should enter the national dental awards again.

27th July 2025

Always treated well from reception to leaving. Would never want to go anywhere else

25th July 2025

Simply Anish, always respectful, Clear and concise on treatment required.

25th July 2025

Abby is always very thorough and explains everything related to my care. I trust her completely she is an excellent dentist.

22nd July 2025

Very freindly and professional

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