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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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22nd August 2025

Abi has been treating myself and my family for many years... She is excellent in all areas, I feel extremely comfortable with her. The reception staff are always friendly and helpful. The dental nurse is efficient and attentive...

22nd August 2025

Abby Dundas is the best dentist I’ve ever had. She takes great care and explains what she’s doing as she goes along. She has taken a dental phonic and turned me into someone that doesn’t mind visiting the dentist now

22nd August 2025

Hygienist was very thoughtful with me, knowing I don’t like the clean

21st August 2025

Dr Anish Patel is always extremely helpful and explains all options first before recommending the best course of treatment. He is very kind and considerate and really makes his patients feel at ease. I have and will continue to recommend Cedar Dental Care to my family and friends. Thank you!

20th August 2025

Patrick, Katie and Abby were excellent . I really like Patrick's style, he is caring and explains everything really well. He is very professional and as a nervous patient I feel safe in his hands. Katie is also excellent, caring and just lovely. Abby was training but seemed confident as well. Thank you.

20th August 2025

Everyone is so efficient and caring and the staff always make you feel relaxed. Thank you to everyone.

20th August 2025

I have been with Cedar Dental since 1980 always been treated so well I’m a very nervous patient but Rav is excellent .

20th August 2025

They are all so calm and friendly. So a very positive dental experience- The dentist is so chilled you forget any worries as you feel in safe hands.He is very good at checking everything methodically and respectfully so as to cause minimum discomfort.The team work very well together and the whole appointment is an enjoyable experience not one to be feared as it used to be years ago.Thank you

18th August 2025

Dentist always explains and has ability to relax patients

18th August 2025

The ease of getting an emergency appointment when needed.A big thankyou to Anish Patel ,his nurse and the friendly receptionists.

18th August 2025

But if care, clear on treatment options, booked in next appointments on the spot, flexible

18th August 2025

Abi and the team are always fantastic. Abi puts you at ease, and explains everything for people who get nervous, and you feel like you can always trust her (I have had bad experiences before with dentists). I honestly could not speak more highly. Also, the aircon is amazing haha!

17th August 2025

We have been patients for many years, I feel very fortunate to have such an amazing dentist in Abi, she’s wonderful and the kids love coming to see her. Can’t fault anything about cedar, we’ve always been looked after incredibly well by Abi and all the staff. I hear so many horror stories from friends and families at other surgeries, I always feel quite smug when I tell them about our experience at Cedar

16th August 2025

Excellent team and as a nervous patient very important to feel at ease.Been using Cedar Dental Care for years seeing Roy Patel.

16th August 2025

I suffer from positional vertigo, so laying flat is a problem, both dentist and nurse had to stand to give treatment as I have to sit upright. Not an easy task for either of them but they didn’t make a fuss just made sure I was comfortable.

15th August 2025

I was seen at a time convenient for me and treated very well. Rav gave me options and we talked through the pros and cons and settled on replacing the missing filling, and outlined a future management plan if this option failed.

15th August 2025

Excellent care in all ways with explanations and opportunity for any questions.Superb experience all round with helpful friendly and knowledgeable staff.

15th August 2025

Everything is perfect. If it ain't broke, don't fix it. We actually entered the treatment room a little earlier than appointment time - a bonus!

15th August 2025

Abbi and her assistants were very professional, informative. Made me relaxed and at ease, they were happy to answer my questions and explain what they were doing during my treatment. For the first time ln 70 years I will not be nervous when I visit you again in December

15th August 2025

Outstanding dental care by an expert dentist who is world class. Plus the service from all the staff and receptionist is excellent with quick and efficient service

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