Root Canal Treatment in LIVERPOOL

Saving Faces provide Specialist Endodontic Care

Saving Faces has a specialist endodontist, and specialised equipment, meaning we can provide root canal treatment on difficult cases that a general dentist would not be able to treat

Root Canal Treatment

What Is Root Canal Treatment

Endodontics, or Root Canal Treatment as it also known, is the process of saving a tooth following it dying off.  When a tooth dies it can become painful, causing you to become unwell or experience a large swelling.  Root Canals within the tooth normally contain nice healthy pulp tissue, when a tooth dies this tissue is replaced by infected debris.

If this has happened the dentist will remove this infected tissue, allowing the tooth to be safely restored to a pain free, usable state.  Often a crown is required to keep the tooth well sealed following endodontics.  Here at Saving Faces we carry out complex root canal treatments that your general dentist may not be able to do.

The Root Canal Treatment Process

1

Numb The Tooth

All root canal treatment is undertaken under local anaesthetic to ensure you’re comfortable throughout.

2

Access

An access cavity is made to allow the dentist to get to the infected part of your tooth, the root canal system.

3

Cleaning & Sealing

The root canal system is carefully cleaned and sealed to prevent infection getting back in.

4

Restoration

Following on from root canal your tooth needs restoring to make it strong, for example a crown.

Hear from our patients

  • High quality service 100% recommended it

    Ronal Avila Santiago Avatar Ronal Avila Santiago
    February 14, 2022
  • Best dentist I've been to staff so helpful and the dentist made mum so comfortable and really responsible prices Anthony coyne was so accommodating to mum wouldn't go anywhere else

    Debbie Mcilwrath Avatar Debbie Mcilwrath
    June 19, 2024
  • Absolutely amazing experience, had a dental therapist called Jade Francis do a filling for me. She was incredibly understanding about my dental anxiety and worked to ensure I was comfortable at every stage. Could not recommend more, the best dental experience I've had to date. Special mention to the nurse Jess who was also absolutely lovely!

    Aleeza Hashmi Avatar Aleeza Hashmi
    October 19, 2024
  • Wonderful establishment. Went in for an emergency and was dealt with by wonderful staff and a brilliant Dentist who treated quite a nasty infection and extraction in a fast and painless manner keeping me informed every step of the way . Could not thank them enough and would very highly recommend

    J Smith Avatar J Smith
    December 19, 2024
  • Hi My name is Ian I went to saving faces after I had an one of my front teeth move to one side and it looked unsightly I was very nervous of dentists but after speaking to him i felt reassured he extracted it so quick and painlessly i didn't even realise had finished Thanks Ian

    Ian Sheridan Avatar Ian Sheridan
    February 14, 2018
  • This is a great dental practice, staff are welcoming and everywhere was spotless.

    Maureen Davies Avatar Maureen Davies
    December 19, 2024
  • professional from start too finish would recommend this too everybody bev and anthony and all staff couldnt do enough for you great service 👍👍👍

    Lee Ban Avatar Lee Ban
    February 14, 2019
  • Anthony is very professional, and extremely friendly, he has a sense of humour that puts you right at ease, and all the ladies at the practice are all lovely, and very helpful.

    Tina B Avatar Tina B
    February 14, 2020
  • Wonderful place, totally recommend

    Susan Watterson Avatar Susan Watterson
    February 14, 2018
  • I had bad problems with my teeth and Anthony has sorted it for me and I'm very nervous with dentists but he put me at ease, I will be going back and thanks to Anna she's lovely

    Ann Taylor Avatar Ann Taylor
    February 14, 2022

FAQs

Does root canal surgery hurt?

There is a common belief that root canal surgery is extremely painful but, in fact, modern techniques ensure it is no more bothersome than a standard dental procedure. Some slight discomfort may occur in the days following the surgery, but this can easily be relieved by over-the-counter medicine.

Does root canal treatment weaken the tooth?

Teeth can still last a lifetime after root canal surgery as long as you take proper care of both the tooth and the gums surrounding it. The tooth may need a crown depending on the amount of damage already done to the tooth.

Can root canal surgery cause nerve damage?

Your dentist will assess the possibility of any nerve injury prior to the surgery. It is extremely unlikely that your nerves will be affected. Saving Faces’ qualified and professional team are trained to minimise the risk of any complications. If the nerves are affected at all it is usually just a minor tingling once the anaesthesia has worn off. This should go away after a few days.

What care needs to be taken after the procedure?

Brushing and flossing your teeth is very important in maintaining healthy teeth after a root canal procedure. You may also be advised to not eat until the numbness wears off and not chew any solid food until the treated tooth has been fully restored by a dentist. Otherwise, contact your endodontist if you develop any unusual symptoms after the surgery such as swelling, allergic reactions or an uneven bite.