# Root Canal Treatment

> Root canal treatment addresses infection inside a tooth. Ask your clinician about the assessment, treatment stages and any restoration needed afterwards.

[Canonical web page](https://www.narincare.com/en/root-canal-treatment)

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## What does treatment address?

Root canal treatment removes infected tissue inside a tooth. The aim is to treat the infection while retaining the tooth where possible.

## Before the procedure

Your dentist examines the tooth and explains whether root canal treatment, specialist review or another approach is appropriate. Discuss your symptoms directly with the clinic.

## The treatment stages

The dentist accesses the tooth, removes infected tissue, cleans and shapes the canals, then fills and seals them. Treatment may involve multiple appointments.

## Restoring and reviewing the tooth

A temporary filling may be used between appointments. A final filling or crown may be needed. Follow the clinician’s care instructions and review schedule.

## Appointments and costs

Confirm whether the quote includes the final restoration, any specialist work and reviews. Agree who to contact if questions arise between appointments.

## Questions for your clinician

Ask how many appointments may be needed, whether the tooth needs a filling or crown afterwards, and how the result will be reviewed.

## Frequently asked questions

### How many appointments will I need?

Your dentist will confirm the stages and appointments after examining the tooth. Ask whether a final filling or crown needs a separate visit.

### Will the tooth need a crown afterwards?

A final filling or crown may be needed. The dentist assesses the tooth and confirms the restoration and its cost.

### Is the last restoration included in the quote?

Check the itemised quote with the clinic; root canal work and the final restoration should be clearly identified.

## Further reading

General educational information. Your clinician prepares your individual plan after assessment.

- [NHS · Root canal treatment](https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/root-canal-treatment/)

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