Endodontics—commonly referred to as root canal treatment—is a specialized branch of dentistry focused on diagnosing, treating, and saving teeth that have severely damaged, infected, or inflamed dental pulp (the soft tissue inside the tooth containing nerves and blood vessels). Left untreated, deep dental decay, repeated procedures, cracks, or trauma can lead to painful abscesses and eventual tooth loss. At The Dental Gallery in Ealing, root canal therapy is designed to relieve pain, eliminate infection, and save your natural tooth.
Led by experienced clinicians and specialist endodontists, the clinic uses advanced technology—including digital radiography, dental microscopes, and rotary endodontic instruments—to ensure treatment is fast, thorough, and comfortable. The procedure involves carefully removing the infected pulp, thoroughly cleaning and shaping the inner root canals, and sealing them to prevent re-infection. Following treatment, the tooth is usually restored with a custom crown to ensure long-term strength, stability, and function.
Preserves your natural tooth structure, preventing the need for extraction and costly replacements like implants or bridges.
Safely removes the infected nerve tissue, effectively stopping toothache, swelling, and severe discomfort.
Uses dental microscopes and flexible rotary tools to ensure complete cleaning of intricate root canal networks.
Performed under local anaesthetic to ensure a pain-free experience comparable to receiving a routine filling.
Root canal treatment is a procedure used to save a tooth when the internal pulp becomes infected or inflamed due to deep decay, cracks, or injury. It removes the infection, cleans the inside of the tooth, and seals it to prevent further damage.
No, modern root canal treatment is not painful. The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic, ensuring the tooth and surrounding area are fully numbed so you remain comfortable throughout the treatment.
Root canal treatment usually takes 1 to 2 appointments, with each session lasting between 60 to 90 minutes depending on which tooth is being treated and the complexity of its root canals.
In most cases, especially for back teeth (molars and premolars), a dental crown is recommended after a root canal. Because a root-treated tooth no longer has a live nerve, it can become brittle over time; a crown protects it from fracturing under chewing pressure.
You can schedule a consultation by phoning the practice on 020 8566 3194, booking online via their website, or submitting an enquiry form to speak with their clinical team.
