WHAT IS ENDODONTICS?
Root canal treatment involves removing damaged or dead nerves and blood vessels in the tooth root that have become infected due to decay, cracks or trauma. The space left is then filled with a material that seals the tooth and keeps it functioning
as before. Re-treatment involves the removal of existing root filling material, cleaning and disinfecting the canals and placing new filling material.
SPECIALIST ADVICE
Although endodontic treatment is carried out by many general dentists, there may be situations where a more predictable result may be achieved by a dental specialist, who has training to a higher level, more experience and equipment that general dentists
may not use. There are dentists who have a "Special interest in Endodontics". Do be aware that having a special interest is NOT the same as being a "Specialist in Endodontics" who is officially registered as such with the General Dental Council.
The complexity of endodontic treatment can range from those cases that are completely straightforward to those that will challenge the specialist, especially in re-treatment cases. It is not always easy to predict which category a particular case
may fall into. Similarly diagnosis and case assessment may also be difficult which is the reason for seeking specialist advice.