Root Canal

Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, disinfects the canal system and seals it so the natural tooth can be retained.

What happens after root canal treatment?

The tooth still needs a secure final restoration. Depending on the remaining healthy tooth structure, cracks and biting forces, this may be a bonded filling, onlay, overlay or crown.

Read our patient guide: Do I need a crown after root canal treatment?