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Treatment Process
The dentist will x-ray the tooth before the procedure. An x-ray can show the dentist the shape and number of root canals, as teeth can have a number of roots, and some roots are easier to fill than others because of their shape. It will also show any infection in the surrounding bone.
The tooth will need to be kept dry/uncontaminated during the procedure so the dentist may use a rubber dam. A rubber dam is a thin sheet of rubber that is held in place by a frame outside the mouth.
You will be given a local anaesthetic. Then an opening is made through the top of the tooth, down into the pulp to reveal the root canals.
The dentist will remove the dead pulp from the canals and the core of the tooth by using narrow files.
After the root canals are clear the dentist will flush them through with an antiseptic solution to make sure the canals are clear.
The canals are then sealed/filled using a sterile root filling material and a temporary dressing will be placed over the top.
The treatment will be then finished at a follow up appointment where the tooth is filled with a permanent filling material and depending on the treatment plan discussed the dentist might prep the tooth and take impressions for a crown.
Without a root filling a tooth with a dead pulp will have to be extracted at some point. The infection can also spread beyond the tooth if left untreated.
Root fillings are usually successful, and they have around a 90% success rate. Successful root canals can extend the tooth’s life span and improve the prognosis of the tooth. However occasionally the infection can reoccur and the root canal treatment may need to be repeated.
Golden rule of thumb
Your natural teeth will always be the best set that you can ever get. We will always try to save your teeth and as a last resort we may need to carry out a tooth extraction.
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If you are suffering with pain or tooth sensitivity, please do not hesitate to call us today and book your dental assessment.
Testimonials
Lovely, clean, and friendly service. Very covid secure. Anne was always helpful and followed up on any queries efficiently. She is a credit to the practice. Viz has worked wonders on my teeth. Charlotte was friendly and professional today, too. Thanks all.
Alison, Google ReviewsExcellent service and COVID safety procedures are all in place. On-time appointment and friendly team, as always.
Sue, Working FeedbackI recently joined Stourcote after a traumatic experience with another dentist. From the outset, they were really welcoming & listened to my concerns & demonstrated that they wanted to help.
I’ve now seen Manisha a few times & even though I’m a ridiculously nervous patient (I started crying as soon as I sat in the chair today), she was so lovely and understanding. I felt safe, in control & comfortable.
I will never enjoy visiting the dentist but Stourcote have made it manageable for me, so I can’t recommend highly enough.
Jenny, Facebook ReviewBrilliant service! I wasn’t a patient at this practice when I phoned for my initial appointment, but I had a dental emergency and was not getting the right care at my previous practice. Stourcote Dental fitted me in for an appointment quickly, identified what needed to be done, and sorted me out. They were friendly and caring from start to finish. Everyone I dealt with was lovely, I’ve never had such great dental care. I’m terrified of going to the dentist, so extra special thanks for taking care of me. I’ll be a lot less nervous when I come back!
Jess, Working FeedbackI have suffered some awful mouth sores over the past week and I was pleased with the very prompt appointment today (Monday) that I was provided with, having raised an online request only on Saturday.
On Saturday evening, one of the doctors (Dr Jandu?) phoned me and helped me with a recommended course of action, and he followed through by making me an appointment with Matthew Walker today. I was greeted in a friendly, upbeat manner by the dental nurse and I felt very reassured after today’s visit. Mr Walker will phone me in a week to see how things are progressing.
Overall, an excellent level of care and all “very joined up”.
Keith, Google ReviewMani and Abby looked after me today and did a marvellous job. Very attentive and cheerful, and I look forward to seeing their smiling faces in six months at my check-up. Keep up the good work.
David, Google ReviewI’ve been patient, and my children have too, and I must say that the reception staff, especially Ann are wonderful. So helpful, friendly and polite all the time. Their customer service is second to none.
Viz the dentist I’ve been seeing is amazing so kind and caring and a perfectionist. Thank you for your hard work and adapting so swiftly all the time.
Alison, Working Feedback
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