Endodontic treatment is another word for root canal treatment which involves removing damaged or dead nerves and blood vessels in the tooth root that have become infected due to decay, cracks or trauma. The space left is then filled with a material that seals the tooth and keeps it functioning as before.

Re-treatment can be a complex and demanding procedure involving the removal of existing root filling material, re-cleaning the canals and placing new filling material.

Endodontic treatment can safely and comfortably save a tooth for many years that would otherwise have to be extracted.

Remember, a healthy restored tooth is always better than an artificial one. The choice is yours, but there are many disadvantages to losing a tooth. When a tooth is removed and not replaced, the teeth next to the empty space begin to shift from their normal position. This may cause teeth to become crooked or crowded, which decreases chewing and biting efficiency.