Root Canal Monmouth, South Wales
A root canal has a reputation that's worse than the actual reality. Modern local anaesthetic that numbs the affected area means most patients feel little during the process.
If you have sore teeth that have developed sensitivity to hot and cold, you may require root canal treatment to treat the infected tooth.
Here at The Mayhill Dental and Specialist Centre, our team of endodontists has vast experience in the field and takes great care to thoroughly clean and fill infected tooth canals using the latest techniques and state-of-the-art equipment.
To book an appointment for root canal, Monmouth patients can get in touch with our friendly reception team, who'll book you in at a date and time that works for you.
What is root canal treatment?
Root canal treatment (RCT), often referred to simply as a root canal, is the specialist removal of dying or dead dental pulp from an affected tooth by an endodontist, followed by root canal cleaning and filling.
This treatment is essential for preserving the tooth and preventing dental infection from spreading and causing more significant damage, such as tooth nerve damage, painful abscesses in the jawbone, tooth loss and even sepsis.
What causes dental pulp to become infected?
Within healthy natural teeth is soft tissue known as dental pulp, which contains nerve chambers and blood vessels that enable blood supply throughout the root canal, keeping the tooth alive and in excellent condition.
However, this tissue can sometimes become infected (pulpitis), putting the health of your teeth at risk. The early stages of pulpitis are reversible, but if it goes untreated, irreversible pulpitis will set in, which is severe inflammation of the pulp to the point where it won't recover.
Dental pulp can become infected for several reasons:
- Tooth decay - Tooth decay creates holes in your teeth (cavities) that expose the pulp chamber to bacteria that cause the pulp tissue to die.
- Broken, cracked or chipped teeth - Fractured teeth allow bacteria in the mouth to seep into the pulp chamber.
- Dental trauma - Physical injury to the teeth or mouth can cause direct damage to the pulp tissue.
Symptoms of inflamed or infected pulp
- Mild to severe tooth pain when applying pressure or chewing
- Swelling and tenderness of the gums
- Sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures
How does root canal treatment work?
If X-rays taken during your initial visit to our dental practice determine that you'll require a root canal procedure to save your tooth, you'll be booked in for treatment. The process from start to finish typically looks like this:
- Local anaesthetic is administered by our root canal experts to avoid any discomfort. If possible, the tooth will also be isolated using a rubber dam to keep the area dry and clear.
- A small hole is made by your dentist through the tooth into the nerve chamber to locate and measure the root canals, which are then widened using fine instruments. A microscope will be used with all specialist root canal treatments to boost magnification for greater precision.
- The infected pulp is removed, and the root canal area is cleaned and disinfected.
- Once clean, the canals are filled with a root canal filling to seal them off and prevent re-infection. In most cases, infections will start to heal at this point.
- If previously agreed upon, your dental specialist will place a crown over the treated tooth to protect it and enhance its appearance.
Root canal treatment by experienced dentists
Look for an endodontist South Wales patients trust?
Dr David Guppy (GDC NO. 61862) and Dr Umut Emir (GDC NO. 281845) are highly qualified specialists in endodontics with years of advanced training and hands-on experience. Both are equipped to handle everything from routine to complex cases requiring a higher skill level.
Dr Guppy is a specialist in endodontics and an implant surgeon. David qualified from Guy's Dental Hospital, London, in 1987 and is a GDC-accredited specialist, holding a master's with distinction and membership of the Royal College of Surgeons in restorative dentistry.
With years of experience in complex root canal treatment, David is trusted by over one hundred referring dentists and has mentored hundreds more through postgraduate training at King's College London.
Dr Emir is a specialist in endodontics who qualified from Istanbul University in 2009, going on to complete his PhD and an MSc there. He's treated a wide range of complex cases and holds a special interest in microendodontics and microsurgery, now focusing his clinical time on difficult root canal treatment.
Why choose our dental clinic for endodontics in Monmouth?
When it comes to getting a root canal, South Wales patients consistently choose our practice for our expertise, compassionate care and reassuring approach.
Our dental team will ensure you're as comfortable as possible while you wait for and receive treatment, answering any questions you have along the way.
Our practice also features modern facilities and equipment, ensuring we can offer the best treatments and patient care during your visit.
We'll see you for an initial consultation, where one of our endodontists will assess your mouth, teeth and gums, identify the problem and decide on the best course of action.
Root canal treatment cost
Costs for specialist root canal therapy in South Wales start from £750 per tooth on average. Your dentist at The Mayhill will be able to give you a more accurate estimate after they've assessed your teeth during your initial consultation.
See our fees page for more information. We also offer flexible financing to make paying for treatment easier.
Getting in touch
Don't let tooth pain linger and leave you in distress. Contact us on 01600 712 020 to book your root canal consultation appointment in Monmouth today! To speak to our expert team today for more information about our root canal procedure, you can also contact us online.
We also offer a range of other dental treatments to improve your oral health and smile, including general, cosmetic and restorative dentistry services.
Is root canal treatment painful?
To make the process as comfortable as possible for our patients, a local anaesthetic is administered during root canal treatment to numb the area around the affected tooth and reduce pain. Most patients only experience mild discomfort following treatment, but it's common to experience none at all. If any pain is experienced afterwards, it can be eased with over-the-counter pain relief.
How long does root canal treatment in Monmouth take?
The process of removing the bacteria or dying tissue from inside the tooth and cleaning and disinfecting the root canals usually takes between 90 minutes to 2 hours over one or two visits to The Mayhill Dental and Specialist Centre, depending on the severity of the case.
For more information, give us a call today on 01600 712020 or message us online, and we'll be in touch as soon as possible.
How much does root canal treatment in South Wales cost?
Costs for specialist root canal therapy in South Wales start from £750 per tooth on average. Your dentist at The Mayhill will be able to give you a more accurate estimate after they've assessed your teeth during your initial consultation.
To book an appointment, please don't hesitate to call our friendly team on 01600 712020 and they'll find a time that fits around you.
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