Tower Dental BlogSigns You Need
Signs You Need
a Root Canal
Root canal treatment saves teeth that would otherwise need extraction. Recognising the signs early means simpler, more comfortable treatment.
Warning Signs
Severe toothache. Pain that lingers after hot/cold. Darkening of the tooth. Swelling or tenderness in nearby gums. A recurring pimple on the gum. If you recognise these, book a check-up or emergency appointment promptly.
What Root Canal Involves
Root canal treatment removes infected pulp, cleans the canals and seals the tooth. A crown is usually placed afterwards. Modern root canal is comfortable β most patients report minimal discomfort.
Clinical Evidence & References
- American Association of Endodontists β Clinical guidelines
- NHS UK β Root canal treatment (nhs.uk/conditions/root-canal-treatment)
- Ng YL et al. (2011). "Outcome of primary root canal treatment." Int Endodontic Journal, 44(7), 583-609.
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Clinically Reviewed by Dr Sarah Metias
BDS Sheffield, MJDF RCS England, GDC 114267
Dr Metias is the Principal Dentist at Tower Dental Blackpool with 19 years of clinical experience. She holds the Membership of the Joint Dental Faculties from the Royal College of Surgeons β a postgraduate qualification held by fewer than 1% of UK dentists.
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