Root Canal Treatment in Stoke-on-Trent & Staffordshire
Root canal (endodontic) treatment saves a painful, damaged or infected tooth instead of removing it. At Kidsgrove Dental, we have saved thousands of teeth for patients across Stoke-on-Trent using specialist endodontic equipment and a gentle, comfortable approach.
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What Is Root Canal Treatment?
Inside every tooth there are channels called root canals, which contain the nerve and blood vessels. When this nerve is damaged it can become inflamed, causing a throbbing pain or making the tooth hypersensitive to hot and cold. If the nerve dies it may become infected, making the tooth ache or causing facial swelling. Root canal treatment uses specialised instruments and disinfectant to remove all of the nerve tissue inside the tooth, before the entire root canal space is filled and sealed.
Our aim is to save your natural tooth with the finest endodontic treatment, and to make you feel comfortable from the first point of contact. We provide root canal treatment for patients across Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Cheshire and Kidsgrove.
Benefits of Root Canal Treatment
Root canal treatment relieves pain and gives you the best chance of keeping your natural tooth.
Saves your natural tooth instead of extracting it
Relieves throbbing toothache and sensitivity to hot and cold
Treats infection and dental abscesses at the source
Success rates of over 90% reported when performed well first time
Painless treatment under local anaesthetic, with sedation available
Precise results with high magnification and digital technology
Do You Need Root Canal Treatment?
Root canal treatment may be recommended when the nerve inside your tooth is damaged, inflamed or infected. Common signs include:
- Throbbing toothache
- Sensitivity to hot and cold
- A tooth that aches constantly
- Facial swelling
- A dental abscess
- A painful tooth you want to save rather than remove
The Root Canal Treatment Process
Precise, comfortable treatment using specialist endodontic equipment
Assessment
Comfort First
Cleaning
Filling
Root canal therapy is reported to have a success rate of over 90% when performed well on the first attempt, dropping to around 75% on subsequent attempts – which is why it is so important to get it right from the very beginning.
Why Choose Kidsgrove Dental for Root Canal Treatment?
Complex Case Experience: Dr Gary Wu has extensive experience with complex root canal anatomy, including harder cases with curved root canals.
Trusted by Other Dentists: Dr Gary Wu often receives referrals from other dentists who are unable to provide this treatment to their patients.
Specialist Endodontic Equipment: From high magnification and illumination to a digital apex locator and 3D thermal obturation, we use the best equipment available.
CBCT 3D Scanner: Our in-house CBCT scanner can reveal root fractures and missing root canals that a standard X-ray may not show.
Nervous Patient Experts: From a warm, welcoming environment to advanced IV sedation options, we make dental anxiety a thing of the past.
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Our Specialised Endodontic Equipment
Although root canal treatment is commonly performed by most dentists, it is still a fairly complex procedure that requires operator skill and specialised equipment.
- Low-radiation digital radiographs (X-rays)
- High magnification and illumination to visualise micro root canals
- Digital apex locator measuring root canals to an accuracy of 0.1mm
- Satelec ultrasonic unit
- Nickel titanium rotary instruments with ProTaper Next files
- 3D thermal obturation unit with Obtura
- Rubber dam
- CBCT 3D scanner to detect root fractures and missing root canals
Our CBCT 3D Scanner
Our CBCT 3D scanner shows far more than a standard X-ray. In one example, a standard X-ray of a root canal treated tooth with a metal post inserted looked normal, while the CBCT scan of the same tooth revealed a fracture running across the root.
Root Canal Referrals
We receive root canal and endodontic referrals from all over Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire and Cheshire. If you wish to refer a patient to us, please visit our dental referrals page.
Root Canal Treatment
Fees & Finance
Spread The Cost With 0% Interest-Free Finance For 12 Months
The cost of root canal treatment depends on the tooth and the complexity of its root canals, so we provide a personalised quote after your assessment. Related fees from our fee guide are shown below, and 0% interest-free finance is available for up to 12 months to help spread the cost of your treatment.
| Treatment | Private | Dental Plan |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Consultation | £65 | Not included |
| Small X-ray | £10 each | Included |
| CBCT Scan | £150 – £200 | Included |
| IV Sedation | £185 per hour | 10% discount |
| Root Canal Treatment | Quoted after assessment |
| Full price list | View our fee guide |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is root canal treatment?
Root canal (endodontic) treatment removes the damaged or infected nerve tissue from inside a tooth. We use specialised instruments and disinfectant to clean the root canals, then fill and seal the entire root canal space so the tooth can be saved.
Why do I need root canal treatment?
You may need root canal treatment if you have toothache and want to save the tooth rather than have it removed – for example, when the nerve is supersensitive and gives you a throbbing pain, or when you have a dental abscess.
Is root canal treatment painful?
Not at all. Local anaesthetic is always provided to ensure you don’t feel anything during treatment, and treatment can also be performed under sedation.
What are the signs that I might need a root canal?
Common signs include a throbbing toothache, sensitivity to hot and cold, a tooth that aches constantly, facial swelling or a dental abscess. If you notice any of these, book an appointment so we can assess the tooth.
How successful is root canal treatment?
Root canal therapy is reported to have a success rate of over 90% when it is performed well on the first attempt. The success rate drops to around 75% on subsequent attempts, which is why it is crucial that treatment is successful from the very beginning.
Can a root canal save my tooth instead of removing it?
Yes. The aim of root canal treatment is to save your natural tooth. Over the years we have successfully saved thousands of teeth for our patients in Stoke-on-Trent using root canal and endodontic treatment.
Do you treat complex or curved root canals?
Yes. Dr Gary Wu has extensive experience operating on complex root canal anatomy, meaning he is able to tackle even some of the harder cases with curved root canals.
What equipment do you use for root canal treatment?
We use low-radiation digital X-rays, high magnification and illumination, a digital apex locator, a Satelec ultrasonic unit, nickel titanium rotary instruments with ProTaper Next files, a 3D thermal obturation unit (Obtura), a rubber dam and a CBCT 3D scanner.
Can my dentist refer me for root canal treatment?
Yes. We receive root canal and endodontic referrals from all over Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire and Cheshire. Your dentist can find details on our dental referrals page.
How much does root canal treatment cost?
The cost depends on the tooth and how complex its root canals are, so we provide a personalised quote after your assessment. A new patient consultation is £65, and 0% interest-free finance is available for up to 12 months.
Book a Root Canal Consultation
If you have toothache or think you may need root canal treatment, book a consultation at Kidsgrove Dental. We’ll assess your tooth, explain your options and do everything we can to save your natural tooth.
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