Overview & Clinical Approach
When the internal nerve (pulp) of a tooth becomes infected due to deep decay, cracks, or trauma, root canal treatment is the only way to save the natural tooth. Utilizing advanced nickel-titanium rotary instruments, digital apex locators, and warm obturation, Dr. Ronan Dunne and our team perform root canals smoothly, thoroughly, and pain-free.
Key Patient Benefits
Instantly stops acute toothache and clears deep dental infection
Saves your natural tooth for decades, avoiding extraction
Performed with advanced rotary tech for shorter, comfortable visits
Prevents infection from spreading to adjacent jawbone and sinuses
Qualifies for 20% Med 2 tax relief in Ireland
Step-by-Step Procedure Guide
1. Gentle Anaesthesia & Isolation
Complete local numbing and rubber dam isolation to maintain a sterile, comfortable treatment zone.
2. Canal Cleansing & Shaping
Precision micro-instruments remove infected pulp, disinfecting the internal root canals.
3. Hermetic 3D Sealing
Canals are filled and sealed with biocompatible gutta-percha to prevent reinfection.
4. Permanent Restoration / Crown
The tooth is sealed with a durable filling or porcelain crown to protect against future fractures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Root canal treatment does not cause pain; it relieves it! With modern local anaesthetics and gentle rotary techniques, having a root canal feels no different than getting a routine filling.
Keeping your natural tooth is always the best clinical option. An extraction leaves a gap that causes surrounding teeth to shift and requires costly implants or bridges to replace.