Root canal treatment saves teeth that might otherwise require extraction. This procedure becomes necessary when the soft inner tissue of your tooth (the pulp) becomes infected or inflamed due to deep decay, cracks, chips or repeated dental work.
During treatment, our Specialist Endodontist Dr Richard Condon removes the infected pulp, carefully cleans the inside of the root canal, then fills and seals the space. Afterwards, you’ll need a crown or similar restoration to protect the tooth and restore full function. With proper care, a tooth that has received specialist root canal treatment can last many years.
You might need root canal treatment if you experience:
Seeking care promptly offers the best chance of saving your tooth when these symptoms appear.
Our Specialist Endodontist Richard Condon brings exceptional expertise to root canal procedures. As a specialist, he has received extensive training, focusing exclusively on diagnosing tooth pain and performing root canal treatment.
Richard uses advanced equipment specifically designed for endodontic treatment, including specialised microscopes and imaging technologies that allow unprecedented precision. This “do it once, do it well” approach translates to higher success rates, more comfortable procedures, and better long-term outcomes for our patients.
Richard almost always starts your treatment journey with a consultation. This allows him to review the affected tooth, both by looking in your mouth, and by taking a CBCT scan. Once he has carried out his examination, he talks you through his diagnosis, and the recommended treatment plan.
While extraction might initially seem simpler, preserving your natural tooth through specialist treatment offers significant benefits:
When you visit Richard for treatment, he’ll first examine the affected tooth and take a CBCT scan. During the procedure, which typically requires one or two appointments, you’ll receive local anaesthetic to ensure comfort.
Dr Condon uses precision instruments to clean and shape the root canals, removing all infection before filling and sealing them with a biocompatible material. Afterwards, you’ll need a permanent restoration – typically a crown – to protect the tooth and restore it to full function.
Most patients return to normal activities straight away. With proper care, including regular dental check-ups, your treated tooth can remain healthy for decades.
We do offer sedation to our patients, which is carried out by an external anaesthetist. Please let us know if you would like to discuss this in more detail.
Early treatment dramatically improves outcomes. Modern techniques, specialised equipment and effective anaesthesia ensure that patients find the procedure no more uncomfortable than having a filling placed.
By choosing specialist treatment, you’re embracing care that can save your natural tooth for a lifetime. If you’re experiencing any symptoms that might indicate the need for root canal treatment, consulting with our specialist promptly could prevent more complex dental problems in your future. For more information outside of this article, visit the NHS info page here!
We offer specialist root canal treatment to all – both patients of The Briars and those referred to us from other practices. Finance options are available, please speak with our friendly Reception Team if you would like to know more!
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