Book Root Canal Treatment in Finchley Central | Expert Care

Book an urgent root canal assessment if you show clear signs of a tooth infection. Look for a severe, persistent toothache that worsens when you lie down. You may notice extreme sensitivity to hot or cold that lasts after the stimulus is gone. Other signs include a discolored tooth, swelling near the problem tooth, or a small bump on the gum indicating an abscess. If you have these symptoms near Finchley Central, seek care promptly to save the tooth and stop the infection from spreading.

Your treatment aims for comfort and efficiency. First, you’ll have a 60‑minute consultation with Dr. Reddy, who holds an MSc in Endodontics, and a 3D CBCT scan to pinpoint the issue. The root canal procedure itself lasts about 60 to 90 minutes. The area is numbed with local anaesthetic, so you’ll feel pressure but no pain. A high‑magnification microscope helps remove infected tissue, clean the canals, and seal them. A temporary filling is placed, and your general dentist will fit a permanent crown later to protect the tooth long term. The goal is to save your natural tooth, with an 85 to 95 percent chance of success.

After treatment you may feel some tenderness for a few days. In the first 24 to 72 hours manage discomfort with over‑the‑counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen. The treated tooth and surrounding gum may be sensitive, so chew on the opposite side and eat soft foods like soup or yoghurt. Expect the sensitivity to fade within about a week. Keep brushing and flossing as normal, but be gentle around the treated area. Red flags during office hours Mon Wed Fri 9 to 5 and Tue Thu 11 to 7 mean you should contact us immediately if you have severe or increasing pain after day 3, swelling that spreads to the face, fever, or if the temporary filling comes out. For emergencies outside these hours, go to the nearest A&E or call NHS 111.

We aim to save your natural tooth when possible, but there are alternatives. The main option is tooth extraction. It is quicker and initially cheaper, but it creates a gap that can cause nearby teeth to shift and affect your bite. To replace the missing tooth you may consider a dental implant or a bridge. An implant is the most durable option but takes several months and costs more than a root canal. A bridge is faster but requires grinding down adjacent teeth. We will discuss these options with you so you can make an informed choice.

To decide what’s right for you, here are important questions to ask any provider in Finchley. What is your success rate for root canals like mine? Do you use a dental microscope for all procedures? What are the total costs, including the 3D scan and follow-ups? What happens if the root canal fails? Will a crown be needed afterwards, and is that included in the price? Asking these questions helps you understand the treatment, costs, and long‑term outlook.

Fees start from £750 for a root canal at our Finchley practice, depending on tooth type and complexity. Front teeth cost less than molars with several canals. The price covers the consultation, 3D CBCT scan, the procedure, and all materials with no hidden fees. Case example 1: a patient from Finchley Central had severe pain in a lower molar. We saw them the same day. The CBCT confirmed the need, and treatment took 90 minutes. The final fee was £950. Case example 2: a patient referred for retreatment of a failed root canal. Using the microscope, Dr. Reddy located and cleaned an untreated canal, saving the tooth from extraction. The total cost reflected the retreatment complexity. We do not offer NHS treatment, but we accept private dental insurance from Denplan, Cigna, and Max Bupa.