HIGH TOWN DENTAL PRACTICE

Smithfield Centre, Whitburn Street Bridgnorth, England, WV16 4QT United Kingdom

01746 766 488

Located in the beautiful market town of Bridgnorth, in Shropshire, the practice has been established since 1993 and has continued to grow from strength to strength. We provide both NHS and private dental care, and also work with Denplan to offer monthly payment plans.

We pride ourselves on our ethos in promoting the prevention of dental disease, and our dentists, hygienists and nurses all actively engage in updating their knowledge and skills in order to deliver care in line with most recent guidance.

As well as helping to improve and maintain oral health, we also offer cosmetic treatments, including Invisalign clear braces, to help improve the appearance of your teeth and give you the confidence in your smile that you've always wanted.

ROOT CANAL TREATMENT (ENDODONTICS)

Root canal treatment, also known as endodontics, is a dental procedure designed to treat infection or irreversible inflammation of the nerve (or pulp) of a tooth. This may be caused by deep decay, a fracture of the tooth, or by severe periodontal disease.

The treatment involves cleaning out the infected chamber/inflamed nerve from inside the tooth, disinfecting the canal(s) and filling the inside back up with a material called gutta-percha. Prior to treatment your dentist will administer local anaesthetic to ensure that you are comfortable throughout the procedure. Following root canal treatment, the affected tooth will usually require a dental crown to strengthen it and to protect it from further infections.

As with any treatment in medicine, root canal fillings are not 100% guaranteed – your dentist will explain the risks and benefits of the procedure and give you a written treatment plan to review. You are encouraged to ask any questions so that you feel fully informed.