Root canal treatmentin Congleton and Macclesfield

Not usually. Most people say it’s no worse than getting a filling. With good local anaesthetic, you’ll be numb throughout, and oddly enough, some feel better right away if they’ve been in pain beforehand.

Some individuals complain of a tedious ache that loiters, and others get a harsh jolt when they sip something hot. If biting down makes one tooth feel off, it’s usually worth checking. An X-ray tells us pretty quickly.

Usually, yes. Once the nerve is gone, the tooth can get brittle over time. We don’t want it cracking later. Especially molars, which take a lot of pressure when you chew.

It’s common to feel a bit bruised around the area. Tenderness, maybe a bit of throbbing if you press on it too soon. It’s not a sharp pain, just your body settling. Most people are fine with basic painkillers for a day or two.

It depends how your body reacts, but most are back to normal within a week. We usually say avoid chewing anything hard on that side till we finish the crown or filling.