Comfortable root canal treatment in London
Root Canal Cost by Tooth Type
Price depends on which tooth needs treatment and its complexity.
All prices shown include full diagnosis, X-rays, local anaesthetic, canal cleaning and permanent seal. Same-day emergency available.
Front tooth (Incisor/Canine)
From £695 (Member price: from £347.50). Single canal, typically straightforward and may be completed in one visit.
Premolar
From £795 (Member price: from £397.50). Usually 1-2 canals, slightly more complex but still commonly single-visit.
Molar (multi-canal)
From £895 (Member price: from £447.50). 3-4 canals and complex anatomy — may require two or more visits.
Re-Root Canal Treatment
From £1,200 (Member price: from £600). When a previous root canal fails, retreatment removes old filling material.
What Are Root Canal?
Root canal treatment (also called endodontic therapy) saves a tooth that has become infected or badly decayed. It removes the infected nerve tissue from inside the tooth, cleans and disinfects the canals, then seals them to prevent reinfection.
Inside every tooth is soft tissue called the pulp, containing nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue. When this pulp becomes infected (from deep decay, cracks, or trauma), it causes severe pain and can lead to abscess if untreated.
Contrary to its reputation, modern root canal treatment is comfortable and often completed in a single visit. With proper anaesthesia, most patients say it's no worse than having a filling. The treatment actually relieves the severe pain caused by infection.
Root canal treatment can be very successful and may allow you to keep your natural tooth for many years, provided the tooth and surrounding tissues are suitable and well cared for.
Why patients choose this treatment with us
- ✓Save Your Natural Tooth — root canal can help you keep a tooth that might otherwise need extraction
- ✓Relieve Pain Quickly — most patients feel significant relief once infected nerve tissue is removed
- ✓Modern & Comfortable — with proper anaesthesia, it's no more uncomfortable than having a filling
- ✓Prevent Serious Infection — untreated tooth infections can spread and become more serious
- ✓Cost-Effective Long Term — cheaper than extraction followed by implant or bridge
- ✓Quick Recovery — return to normal eating and activities within 24-48 hours
Why saving your tooth is almost always the better choice
Nothing beats your natural tooth. Here's why root canal is almost always the better choice.
Save Your Natural Tooth
Where appropriate, root canal treatment can help you keep a tooth that might otherwise need to be removed.
Relieve Pain Quickly
Most patients feel significant relief once the infected nerve tissue is removed.
Modern & Comfortable
With proper anaesthesia, root canal is no more uncomfortable than having a filling placed.
Prevent Serious Infection
Untreated tooth infections can spread and become more serious. If you have swelling, fever, or worsening pain, seek urgent assessment.
Cost-Effective Long Term
Cheaper than extraction followed by implant or bridge. Your natural tooth is priceless.
Quick Recovery
Return to normal eating and activities within 24-48 hours. Minimal downtime.
Why London patients choose Adult Braces Clinic for root canal
Regulated, experienced and transparent. Every appointment is delivered by a named GDC-registered dentist at our CQC-registered South Kensington clinic.
CQC-regulated clinic
Independent inspection, documented clinical governance and full indemnity — the same standards as any trusted London dental hospital.
GDC-registered dentists
Every dentist and hygienist holds a verifiable GDC number. You'll meet a named clinician who stays with you from first visit to final review.
Members save ~50%
Our practice membership (from £20/month) gives you routine care plus up to 50% off restorative, cosmetic and hygiene treatments.
Same-week appointments
Evening and Saturday slots in South Kensington. Urgent cases seen the same day wherever possible.
Your treatment journey, step by step.
Diagnosis & X-rays
We take a history, examine the tooth and take X-rays where clinically appropriate to assess the infection, identify the canals and plan your treatment.
Local Anaesthetic
The tooth and surrounding area are thoroughly numbed. You may feel some pressure but should not feel pain. If you do feel discomfort at any point, we can give more anaesthetic.
Access & Cleaning
A small opening is made in the crown. The infected pulp is removed and canals are meticulously cleaned and shaped.
Filling & Sealing
Canals are filled with biocompatible material and sealed. A temporary or permanent filling protects the tooth.
Crown (Recommended)
A crown restores full strength and protects the treated tooth. Usually fitted 2 weeks later.
What's in the price
Every fee published. No hidden extras. Members save 50% on every item.
| Item | Member | Standard |
|---|---|---|
Front tooth (incisor / canine) | from£347.50 | fromfrom £695 |
Premolar | from£397.50 | fromfrom £795 |
Molar (multi-canal) | from£447.50 | fromfrom £895 |
What patients say after treatment
Verified Google reviews from our London patients.
Reviews are streamed live from our verified Google Business profile. Treatment outcomes depend on individual clinical factors — individual results may vary.
Our clinic is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) under our registered provider, Medical and Dental Limited, and every clinician is registered with the General Dental Council (GDC). We operate under documented clinical governance and full indemnity. Provider ID: 1-20629579981.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about adult braces in London.
Root canal treatment at our clinic starts from £695 for a front tooth (£347.50 for members). Premolars from £795 and molars from £895. A crown afterwards is usually required and quoted separately.
With modern anaesthesia the procedure itself is generally well tolerated — most patients say it feels like having a large filling. Mild tenderness for a few days afterwards is normal and settles quickly.
When done to a high standard and properly restored with a crown, a root-canal-treated tooth can last 15–20+ years. Success rates drop if the final crown is delayed or the tooth is heavily fractured.
Sometimes — early cavities can be treated with fillings before they reach the nerve. Once the pulp is infected or dying, the realistic options are root canal treatment or extraction; there's no other way to save the tooth.
Your clinical team for this treatment
GDC-registered dentists with decades of combined experience. Every patient has a named clinician from first consultation to final review.
Clinical DirectorDr. Yasha Y Shirazi
Principal Dentist & Clinical Director
University of Regensburg, Germany
With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Shirazi leads our dental team with a passion for excellence and patient-centred care.
Dr. Kamran Yazdi
Dentist
DDS, MSc Conservative Dentistry (UCL), Dip Oral Dental Science (UCL)
Restorative and cosmetic dentistry with an MSc in Conservative Dentistry from UCL Eastman.
Dr. Andreia Phipps
Dentist
BDS (Br), ORE (UK), ADS Certificate in Cosmetic & Aesthetic Restorative Dentistry
A friendly and enthusiastic dentist with a passionate interest in Cosmetic and Aesthetic Restorative Dentistry.
Dr. Reza Davari
Dentist
London Gold Medal — Outstanding Achievement
Awarded the London Gold Medal for outstanding achievement. Known for exceptional attention to detail and a calm, gentle manner.
Do You Need Root Canal Treatment?
These symptoms indicate you may need root canal. Don't wait. Untreated tooth infections can become serious.
Severe, throbbing toothache
Pain that won't go away, often worse at night or when lying down.
Sensitivity that lingers
Pain from hot or cold that continues long after the stimulus is removed.
Darkening tooth
A tooth turning grey or dark indicates the nerve may be dying.
Swelling in gum or face
Infection spreading from the tooth root into surrounding tissues.
Pimple on gum
A recurring bump near the tooth is an abscess draining infection.
Pain when biting
Pressure pain suggests infection at the root tip.
Root Canal vs Extraction
Why saving your tooth is almost always the better choice.
| Factor | Root canal + crown | Extraction + implant |
|---|---|---|
| Preserves natural tooth | Yes | No |
| Treatment time | 1–2 hours | 30 mins + 3–6 months for implant |
| Typical total cost | From £1,690 (RC + crown) | From £2,950+ (extraction + implant + crown) |
| Recovery time | 24–48 hours | 1–2 weeks + implant healing |
| Preserves jawbone | Yes | Partial (bone shrinks after extraction) |
| Typical longevity | 15–20+ years | 20+ years |
Figures are guide prices only. Complex or retreatment cases priced individually — your written plan will confirm.
See real root canal transformations
Browse genuine before & after photographs from our London patients. All images are shown with consent and reflect individual clinical outcomes.
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After root canal treatment
- Mild tenderness for 2–4 days is normal — paracetamol and ibuprofen manage it well
- Avoid chewing on the treated side until the permanent crown is fitted
- If a temporary filling is in place, avoid sticky or very hard foods
- Book the permanent crown promptly — delay risks fracture
- Contact us urgently if pain worsens or swelling develops
- Maintain excellent hygiene to protect the tooth long-term
Visit our restorative dentistry clinic in London
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