Before you arrive
A first appointment, explained one step at a time.
Come with your questions. The first visit is a conversation, an examination and a clear plan for what happens next.
A little preparation
What helps before the appointment.
Bring what you have
Previous X-rays, a medicine list or notes about a concern can help, but you can still come without them.
Say what makes visits difficult
Tell the team about anxiety, a sensitive tooth or a previous experience you do not want repeated.
Allow enough time
A first visit needs room for questions, an examination and an explanation of the findings.
Why patients consider it
What this treatment is designed to address
Benefits depend on the starting condition, the treatment plan and how the mouth responds. Your dentist will explain what is realistic for your case before treatment begins.
Numbed before anything starts
We won't touch the tooth until you're properly numb, and we'll check in before going any further.
The myth, sorted out
The ache that brings people here is usually worse than what we do about it, once the tooth is numbed.
You always know what's coming next
From the first check to the final seal, your dentist tells you what's about to happen and why, before it starts.
The process
Four stages, with a clear decision at each one
Getting settled and numb
We make sure the tooth is fully numb before starting, and we'll stop if you feel anything beyond gentle pressure.
A steady, careful clean
We remove the affected tissue and clean and shape the canals, checking in with you as we go.
A plain explanation before you go
We'll tell you what was done, what a crown or restoration involves, and what to expect over the next few days.
Root canal treatment questions
What patients usually want to know
These answers explain the usual experience. Your dentist will adjust the advice to your examination, medical history and treatment plan.
You'll be numbed throughout, so most people find it no worse than a large filling. The pain linked to this treatment is usually the toothache beforehand, which the treatment is meant to resolve.
Have a different question?
Tell the clinic what you are concerned about. The team can explain the next sensible step before you decide on a visit.
Ready when you are
Begin with a conversation.
Tell the team what you have noticed. They will help arrange the right first appointment.