Expert Endodontic Care in Finchley Central

If you have nerve damage or infection inside a tooth, you need care from a specialist. General dentists refer complex cases to a practice like ours. Schedule a consultation if you have severe, persistent toothache that worsens when you lie down or disrupts sleep. Other signs include lasting sensitivity to hot or cold, a darkened tooth, or swelling and tenderness in the gums near a tooth. Sometimes a small, persistent bump on the gum appears, which signals infection that needs assessment.

A practice focused on endodontics concentrates all training and equipment on root canal work. Dr. Reddy has more than 20 years of experience and uses a dental operating microscope for every procedure. This up to 25x magnification helps us locate tiny canals that are often missed, a common cause of root canal failure. This precision lifts success rates to well above 95 percent. For example, a Finchley Central patient with a molar and a complex curved root structure was treated in a single 90‑minute visit, saving a tooth another dentist wanted to extract.

We regularly handle cases considered too complex for a general practice. This includes retreatment when a previous procedure has failed and the tooth is reinfected. A Muswell Hill patient had pain from a root canal done years ago. A 3D CBCT scan showed a missed canal. We performed a successful retreatment, removed the old filling, cleaned the missed canal, and sealed the tooth. The patient’s pain resolved and extraction and implant were avoided. This reflects the level of dedicated care we provide.

The process is straightforward and focused on your comfort. You will start with a 45‑minute consultation, including digital x-rays or a 3D CBCT scan to diagnose the problem accurately. For the treatment, the area is fully numbed with local anaesthetic. Most patients feel only pressure and no pain. The procedure typically lasts 60 to 90 minutes. Dr. Reddy then uses the microscope to access the inside of your tooth, remove the infected pulp, clean and shape the root canals, and seal them with gutta‑percha. A temporary filling is placed, and you will return to your general dentist for a permanent crown to protect the tooth long term.

After treatment, some tenderness is normal as the area heals. In the first 72 hours you may have mild to moderate discomfort, which is usually manageable with over‑the‑counter pain relief. Avoid chewing directly on the treated tooth until the crown is in place and eat softer foods. Sensitivity should subside within a week. You should arrange a final crown appointment with your dentist within a few weeks. If you experience severe pain that does not respond to painkillers, increasing swelling, a loose temporary filling, or an allergic reaction to medication, contact us during office hours. For emergencies outside hours, seek A&E or call 111.

We aim to save the natural tooth whenever possible. If a tooth cannot be saved, extraction is considered. Removing a tooth creates a gap that can cause other teeth to shift and affect your bite, so replacement is important. Options include a dental implant, which acts like a new root, or a fixed bridge that crowns adjacent teeth to support a false tooth. We will discuss these options openly during your consultation.

To choose your endodontic care wisely, consider asking these questions: Do you use a dental operating microscope for every root canal treatment? What is your success rate for this procedure? How many appointments will the treatment take? What are the full costs, including consultation and scans? Will I need a crown afterward, and is that included in the fee? What are the risks if I opt not to have the treatment? Do you have postgraduate qualifications in endodontics?

As a private practice, we provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees. The cost for root canal treatment depends on complexity and the tooth involved. Prices start around £750 for an incisor and can reach up to £1,200 for a complex molar retreatment. This includes the consultation, all necessary digital x rays, the use of the dental microscope, and the root canal procedure. The final crown cost is not included, as this is provided by your general dentist. We accept several private insurance plans, including Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna. Please bring your insurance details so we can help with paperwork.