Root canal treatment, is a procedure that saves the tooth. However, it can also weaken it. What then? It may be necessary to restore the tooth after root canal treatment. Read the article to find out what this procedure looks like, how long it takes and how much it costs.

Reconstruction of a tooth after root canal treatment - when is it necessary? 

This is an essential procedure in three cases.

Firstly, if root canal treatment weakens the tooth structure. This often happens because the pulp of the tooth is removed during the procedure. In addition, root canal filling can also weaken the tooth structure.

Another reason for having to restore a tooth is large cavities. Often, root canal treatment is the consequence of advanced decay that has already destroyed the tooth.

Finally, the restoration of the tooth after root canal treatment can be a matter of aesthetics. Why? Because the tooth may change to a darker colour. 

If you want to learn more about root canal treatment we recommend our article "Endodontic treatment in the UK". We often use state-of-the-art equipment for these procedures, which you can read about in the material "Root canal treatment under the microscope in the UK".

What does the treatment look like?

Reconstructing a tooth after root canal treatment, like all dental treatments, begins with an assessment of the condition of the tooth. For this, an X-ray may be necessary so that the dentist can check the condition of the root and the bone and then choose the best option for the patient. 

If the damage is relatively minor A composite filling may suffice. This is a material that is applied to the tooth to fill cavities and restore its shape.

If you want to learn more about the types of seals we recommend you our text "Filling a tooth in the UK - types of fillings in the UK and their prices".

For larger defects, so-called inlays or onlays can be used. These are specially prepared inlays that fill larger cavities without affecting the healthy part of the tooth.

The last of the tooth restoration options After root canal treatment is the placement of a crown. A prosthetic crown is a special 'cap' that completely covers the tooth, protecting it and restoring its function.

Crowns can be made of different materials, such as ceramic, metal or combinations of these. This allows you to match the restoration to the natural appearance of your other teeth.

For more on them, see the text "Crowns for teeth in the UK - everything you need to know". 

In cases where the remaining part of the tooth is too weak to support the crown, posts or crown-root inlays are used to give additional support to the crown.

Duration and cost of tooth restoration after root canal treatment

How much time you spend in the surgery will depend on the treatment method your dentist chooses. 

The same is true of pricing. At our practice, you will pay £170 for a restoration of a tooth after root canal treatment. This price is subject to change if additional procedures are required.

But rest assured. First of all, about all costs will be advised by your dentist at your first appointment. Secondly, if your treatment will be higher £350 you can use our secure (it is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority - FCA number 619628) instalment scheme. Importantly, the first 12 months are zero interest, so you only pay back the amount you spent on treatment.

You can read more about the instalment system in our article "Teeth on credit: dental treatment on hire purchase", and if you have any further questions contact get on with it.