Endodontics is the branch of dentistry that deals with problems inside the tooth, especially the dental pulp and root canals. Our goal is simple: to ease pain, treat infections, and save your natural teeth through treatments like root canal therapy and re-root canal treatment.
If the pulp inside your tooth gets infected, inflamed, or damaged, you may need endodontic care. Some common signs are:
If you see any of these signs, a quick check-up can help with pain, stop infections, and keep your natural tooth healthy.
A standard root canal is a safe and effective way to fix a tooth that has become infected or swollen. We carefully take out the damaged pulp, clean the canals to get rid of bacteria, and seal the space to keep your tooth from getting infected again.
This treatment helps with pain, keeps your natural tooth, and lets you chew comfortably. You’ll feel supported every step of the way because our dentists are experienced and the office is friendly.
Molar teeth have multiple roots, which can make treatment more intricate than a standard root canal. This procedure targets each canal individually to remove infection, relieve pain, and protect the tooth from further damage. Preserving your natural molars helps maintain proper chewing function and overall oral health.
The dentist starts by numbing the area with local anaesthesia. Each canal in the molar is carefully cleaned, shaped, and disinfected. Once the canals are ready, they’re filled with a safe sealing material. Often, a crown is placed afterward to restore the tooth’s strength and functionality.
Sometimes a previous root canal doesn’t fully solve the problem.
At Hello Dental, we reopen the tooth, remove old material, and use advanced imaging to find hidden canals before resealing. This retreatment gives your tooth another shot at lasting health.
Some teeth may not be strong enough to hold up a crown on their own after a root canal. This treatment makes the tooth stronger and rebuilds it, which keeps it stable and safe from more damage.
It’s ideal for teeth that have large fillings, cracks, or extensive decay. The result is a stronger, more durable tooth that restores chewing function and appearance while helping your crown last longer.
Microsurgery to save teeth that others might give up on.
When infection persists at the root tip, an apicoectomy may be the answer. Our dentists perform this minor surgery with microsurgical precision, removing infected tissue and sealing the root end.
It’s often the last step to preserve a tooth that would otherwise be lost.
We begin with a gentle consultation. Our dentists listen to your concerns, take digital X‑rays, and explain what’s happening inside your tooth. You’ll know exactly why treatment is needed and how it will help.
Before anything begins, we make sure you’re completely comfortable. Local anaesthesia is applied with modern techniques to ensure a pain‑free experience. Our caring team checks in with you throughout.
A small opening is made in the tooth to reach the infected pulp. Using advanced rotary instruments, we carefully remove the damaged tissue and clean each canal. This step relieves pain and stops infection from spreading.
The canals are sterilised with antibacterial solutions, then sealed with a safe, biocompatible material to protect against future infection. This is where your tooth gets its “fresh start.”
Depending on the tooth, we place a filling or crown to restore strength and function. For molars or weakened teeth, we may add a post‑and‑core foundation before fitting a crown — ensuring durability and natural appearance.
We’ll guide you through recovery with simple aftercare tips. Most patients return to normal activities quickly, and our team is always available if you have questions or need reassurance.
Endodontics is a field of dentistry that deals with the inside of the tooth, especially the root canals and dental pulp. It includes figuring out what’s wrong with a tooth, treating infections, and saving natural teeth with procedures like root canal therapy, re-root canal treatment, and apicoectomy. Endodontic care gets rid of infection, eases pain, and keeps teeth from falling out.
A modern root canal treatment is generally pain-free. Local anesthesia numbs the area, so you may only feel gentle pressure or vibration, similar to a routine filling.
The severe tooth pain people often associate with root canals usually comes from infection or inflammation in the tooth’s pulp before treatment. The root canal removes the infected tissue, which relieves the pain rather than causes it.
Most root canal treatments only need one visit, and they usually take 60 to 90 minutes. For teeth that are more complicated, like molars with more than one canal, the procedure may need two or more visits, with each visit lasting up to 90 minutes or even two hours.
Yes, there are other options, but they depend on how bad your tooth is. The main other option is to pull the tooth, which may then need to be fixed with dental implants, bridges, or partial dentures. Your dentist will decide the best option to keep your oral health for less severe cases, but other conservative treatments may be possible.
You can’t stop every tooth problem from happening, but you can lower your chances of needing a root canal by taking good care of your teeth. This includes:
Taking care of your teeth early on can help keep them healthy and lower the risk of needing a root canal.
Your natural teeth are worth protecting, and the right treatment can relieve pain, stop infection, and preserve your smile. Whether you need a standard root canal, molar treatment, retreatment, or apicoectomy, our experienced dentists will carefully assess your needs and create a personalised treatment plan to restore your tooth’s health and function.