Save your tooth
Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed pulp from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the canals, and saves the tooth from extraction. At Ashbourne Dental & Medical we use a dental operating microscope for greater precision, a less invasive procedure and a higher long-term success rate.
About the treatment
Inside every tooth is the pulp — soft tissue containing nerves and blood vessels. When the pulp becomes infected or inflamed, for example from a deep cavity, repeated dental work, a cracked tooth or an injury, it can cause severe pain and lead to an abscess. Root canal treatment removes the damaged pulp, disinfects the root canals and seals them, saving your natural tooth.
We perform root canal treatment using a dental operating microscope. The magnification and light allow your dentist to see the tiniest canals and details inside the tooth, which means more precise cleaning, less damage to healthy tissue and a lower risk of re-infection.
Most root canal treatments are relatively simple procedures with little or no discomfort, completed in one to three visits. Afterwards the tooth is restored with a filling or crown so it can last for many years.
Call 01 969 0555 or book online. Open Tuesday – Saturday, 9:30 – 18:00.
This treatment may be suitable if you have:
How it works
01
We assess the tooth and take an X-ray to confirm that root canal treatment is needed.
02
Under local anaesthetic, the infected pulp is removed and the canals are cleaned and shaped with the help of the microscope.
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The canals are disinfected and sealed to prevent bacteria from re-entering.
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The tooth is restored with a filling or crown, and you receive aftercare advice.
Prices
Fillings and prosthetic work (e.g. crowns) after root canal treatment are priced separately. Prices are updated directly from our clinic price list.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Front teeth root canal treatment (filling not included) | €400 |
| Premolars (filling not included) | €500 |
| Molars (filling not included) | €600 |
| Re-treatment Cost in addition to RCT fee | €100 |
| Endodontic 1 Tooth Whitening (1 session) (2nd €50) | €100 |
| Additiona Root Canal Treatment | 100 |
| Microscope Root Canal Treatment - Front* | 480 |
| Microscope Premolars Root Canal Treatment* | 580 |
| Microscope Molar Root Canal Treatment* | 680 |
| *Fillings and prosthetics procedures | Not Included |
FAQ
Have another question? Call 01 969 0555 or email clinic@ashbournemedical.ie.
No — it is performed under local anaesthetic and is usually no more uncomfortable than a filling. Most patients find that it relieves the pain caused by the infection.
The price depends on the tooth (front, premolar or molar) and whether a microscope is used. See the live price table on this page — fillings and crowns afterwards are priced separately.
The microscope provides strong magnification and light, helping your dentist find and treat every canal precisely. This makes treatment less invasive and reduces the risk of re-infection.
Most treatments need one to three visits, depending on the tooth and the infection.
Saving your natural tooth is almost always the best option. Replacing an extracted tooth with an implant or bridge is usually more complex and expensive.
Related treatments
A dental crown is a custom-made cap that covers and protects a damaged tooth, restoring its strength, shape and appearance.
Tooth-coloured (white composite) fillings repair decay, cracks and chips while matching the natural shade and shape of your tooth.
Dental implants are titanium posts placed in the jawbone to replace the roots of missing teeth.
Our team will explain your options and give you a clear written plan and quote.
