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Root Canal Treatment in Derby — Saving Your Tooth, Relieving Your Pain
Modern root canal treatment is a straightforward, comfortable procedure — and often the most effective way to save a natural tooth that would otherwise need to be removed.
WHY CHOOSE ROOT CANAL TREATMENT?
Why Root Canal Treatment Is Worth It?
Discover why Invisalign clear aligners are the preferred choice for straightening teeth discreetly and achieving the smile you've always wanted.
Beauty
Saves Your Natural Tooth
Root canal treatment allows us to retain a tooth that would otherwise need extracting — preserving the natural structure of your smile and avoiding the need for a replacement.
Strength
Relieves Severe Pain
The infection causing your toothache is removed during treatment, providing genuine and lasting relief from the discomfort you have been experiencing.
Safety
Prevents the Spread of Infection
Leaving a pulp infection untreated allows bacteria to spread to surrounding bone and tissue. Root canal treatment contains the infection before it can cause wider damage.
Durability
A Durable, Long-Lasting Result
A tooth that has been root-treated and crowned can last for many years — in many cases, for the rest of a patient's life — with the right care and maintenance.
Personalised Care
Maintains Natural Bite Function
Keeping your natural tooth preserves normal biting and chewing function, and prevents the shifting of adjacent teeth that can occur when a tooth is lost.
Quick Recovery
Comfortable Modern Procedure
With local anaesthesia and modern techniques, root canal treatment today is a calm, predictable procedure that the vast majority of patients find far more comfortable than they expected.
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UNDERSTANDING ROOT CANAL TREATMENT
What Are Root Canal Treatment?
Root canal treatment — sometimes called endodontics — is used to treat infection deep within the pulp of a tooth. The pulp is the soft tissue at the centre of the tooth containing the nerves and blood supply. When this becomes infected through decay or injury, it causes significant pain and, if left untreated, can lead to abscess formation and eventual tooth loss.
The treatment involves carefully removing the infected pulp, cleaning and shaping the root canals, and sealing them to prevent reinfection. Contrary to the fear that often surrounds it, modern root canal treatment is carried out under local anaesthesia and is no more uncomfortable than having a filling placed. At Hilton Dental Care, our skilled team approaches every root canal case with precision and care, allowing patients from across Hilton and the surrounding areas of Derby to keep their natural teeth for many years to come.
Your Journey
The Root Canal Procedure — Step by Step
Here is what to expect at each stage of your root canal treatment at Hilton Dental Care.
Meet Your Invisalign Provider
Meet Dr. Ohsun Kwon
BDS (Hons)
MJDF
DClinDent
Dr Ohsun Kwon is a Consultant in Orthodontics at Wexham Park and Heatherwood Hospitals with extensive experience in treating children and adults across London. Dr Kwon is dedicated to providing orthodontic treatment which is personalised, ethical, and of the highest standard, to achieve beautiful and healthy smiles. Patients particularly value his approachable, reassuring manner — especially children and anxious adults.
Eligibility
Is Root Canal Treatment Right For You?
Root canal treatment is recommended when infection reaches the pulp of the tooth. Here is a guide to who this treatment is typically suitable for.
Ideal Candidates
May Need Assessment
If you are in pain or have been told you may need a root canal, book an appointment as soon as possible — early treatment gives the best chance of a successful outcome.
Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions About Root Canal Treatment
Find answers to the most common questions about Invisalign.
Is root canal treatment painful?
Modern root canal treatment is carried out under local anaesthesia, so you should feel no pain during the procedure itself. Some tenderness around the treated area is normal for a few days afterwards and can usually be managed comfortably with over-the-counter pain relief. Most patients are pleasantly surprised by how comfortable the treatment actually is.
How many appointments will I need?
Most root canal treatments are completed over one to two appointments, depending on the complexity of the case and whether infection is fully resolved at the first visit. Your dentist will give you a clear expectation during your initial assessment.
What happens after root canal treatment — do I need a crown?
In most cases, a tooth that has undergone root canal treatment will benefit from a crown to protect and strengthen it, particularly if it is a back tooth that takes significant biting load. Your dentist will discuss the most appropriate restoration for your specific tooth.
How do I keep Can a root-treated tooth be whitened? my aligners clean?
Root-treated teeth can discolour over time, and they do not respond to conventional whitening gel in the same way as living teeth. There are specific internal whitening techniques that can be used in some cases — this would be discussed with you during your appointment.
What if I leave an infected tooth untreated?
A pulp infection will not resolve on its own. Without treatment, the infection will spread to the surrounding bone and tissue, potentially forming an abscess and eventually making extraction unavoidable. Early treatment is always preferable — both for your comfort and for the long-term health of your smile.