Severe Tooth Pain Won't Stop? Root Canal Saves Your Tooth
Stop the pain and save your natural tooth. Same-week appointments available.
You're Here Because You Need Relief
You have severe, persistent tooth pain that's affecting your sleep and daily life. You know the infection won't heal on its own and you want to save your tooth.
Here's How We Save Your Tooth
Root canal treatment removes infected pulp from inside your tooth, eliminating pain and saving the tooth from extraction. At your first appointment, we examine the tooth with X-rays, administer local anaesthetic (you won't feel pain during the procedure), and remove the infected tissue. We clean and seal the root canals, then place a temporary filling. Most patients report immediate pain relief after the procedure.
You'll return 2-3 weeks later for a permanent crown to protect and strengthen the tooth. The crown allows your tooth to function normally for many years and often a lifetime. Total timeline: 1-3 weeks over 1-2 appointments. Dr. Lok has 44 years of experience performing root canals with a 98% success rate.
The Cost of Waiting
Root canal + crown: $1,500-$3,000. Extraction + implant later: $4,000-$7,000. The infection spreads to surrounding teeth and bone, forming an abscess. The tooth becomes unsaveable, requiring extraction. An implant costs 2-3x more than a root canal and takes 4-6 months vs. 1-3 weeks.
Why Root Canal Treatment Works
Saves Natural Tooth
No extraction needed. Keep your natural tooth structure and function.
Eliminates Pain
Removes infection source. Most patients report immediate relief after treatment.
Cost-Effective
Costs 50-60% less than extraction + implant. CDCP covered at 50-80%.
Quick Recovery
1-2 days mild discomfort. Most patients return to normal activities next day.
Book Your Root Canal Assessment
Same-week appointments available. We'll discuss your options and provide a treatment plan.
Dental Fact
George Washington's famous 'wooden teeth' were actually made from a combination of human teeth, animal teeth, and ivory - not wood at all! His dentures were quite advanced for the 1700s and held together with gold wire. Today's root canal therapy allows us to save natural teeth rather than replace them.
Treatment Overview
Number of Visits
1-3 appointments
Total Timeline
1-3 weeks (depends on infection)
Procedure Time
60-90 minutes per visit
Anaesthetic
Local freezing (pain-free)
Recovery Time
Few days mild discomfort
Cost Range
$800-$1,500 (depends on tooth)
CDCP Coverage
50-80% covered
Success Rate
98% with proper follow-up
Related Services
Signs You Need Root Canal
- Severe, persistent toothache
- Sensitivity to hot/cold that lingers
- Swollen, tender gums
- Tooth discoloration (darkening)
- Pimple-like bump on gums
- Pain when chewing or biting
Frequently Asked Questions About Root Canals
Ready to Save Your Tooth?
Free consultation to assess your tooth and discuss treatment options.
Same-week appointments available for patients experiencing severe pain