Root canal treatment, also known as endodontic treatment, is a highly effective dental procedure designed to treat infection within, or close to, the centre of a tooth. It involves removing the infected or inflamed tissue, cleaning and disinfecting the root canals, and then sealing the space to prevent future infection.
This treatment helps to save your natural tooth, avoiding the need for extraction.
Root canal treatment may be recommended if you’re experiencing tooth pain or sensitivity as a result of:
Left untreated, infections can spread, eventually leading to tooth loss. Root canal treatment removes the source of the infection and helps to preserve your original tooth structure.
If you are in need of root canal treatment in Leicester, get in touch with St Johns Road Dental Practice. Call us today on 0116 2707 300. Our team will gladly advise you on our procedures and answer any questions you may have about our root canal treatment. Feel free to get in touch.