The reason for getting a root filling is often that the soft tissue inside the tooth, the dental pulp, is inflamed or infected. The root canal treatment is carried out in stages, on several occasions.

Few patients regret having a severely damaged tooth saved by a root canal filling. A University of Gothenburg thesis shows that 87 percent would choose the same treatment again, if in need, although ...

The Gardens Dental Centre (Smile 4 U) has announced the availability of consultation appointments for patients requiring root canal treatment. The update reflects the practice’s provision of ...

Kidbrooke Village Dentist (Smile 4 U) has announced the availability of consultation appointments for patients requiring root canal treatment. The update reflects the practice’s provision of ...

Radiographs don't adequately reveal the amount of root filling material that remains following a root canal, according to a study in the International Endodontic Journal (September 8, 2011).

A 27-year-old woman lost sensation in her chin and lip following root canal treatment on her mandibular molar. Months later, specialists confirmed that extrusion of the root canal sealer caused the ...