Severe toothache
Persistent or worsening pain, especially when biting or chewing.
Specialist Endodontics
Root Canal Treatment in Abu Dhabi
Specialist assessment and treatment for problems affecting the dental pulp and root canal system, with care focused on preserving the natural tooth whenever clinically appropriate.
Specialist-led careEndodontic diagnosis and treatment planning
Tooth preservationFocused on retaining natural teeth when appropriate
What is endodontics?Endodontics focuses on the dental pulp and tissues around the roots. Root canal treatment may be recommended when the pulp becomes inflamed, infected or injured and the tooth is suitable for treatment.
When to seek assessment
Symptoms that may need an endodontist.
Some symptoms can come from the pulp or tissues around the root. An examination and appropriate imaging are needed to determine the cause.
Hot or cold sensitivity
Sensitivity that lingers after the temperature stimulus is removed.
Swelling or tenderness
Swelling, gum tenderness or discomfort around a specific tooth.
Pain after a previous root canal
New symptoms or persistent disease in a previously treated tooth.
Dental trauma
A cracked, fractured, displaced or injured tooth after an accident.
These symptoms do not always mean root canal treatment is required. The diagnosis depends on the examination and clinical findings.
Treatment options
Endodontic care, clearly explained.
The treatment recommended depends on the condition of the tooth, previous care and whether the tooth can be restored appropriately.
01
Root Canal Treatment
Removal of inflamed or infected pulp tissue, followed by cleaning, disinfection, shaping and sealing of the root canal system.
02
Root Canal Retreatment
Reassessment and repeat endodontic treatment for selected teeth when symptoms or disease persist or recur after previous treatment.
03
Endodontic Microsurgery
A surgical endodontic approach for selected cases where disease around the root tip cannot be managed through conventional treatment alone.
04
Vital Pulp Therapy & Dental Trauma
Care aimed at preserving viable pulp tissue where appropriate, together with assessment and management of traumatised teeth.
What to expect
A straightforward treatment pathway.
Your exact appointment sequence may vary depending on the tooth and diagnosis, but the process generally follows these stages.
01
Assessment
Symptoms, clinical tests and imaging are reviewed to establish the diagnosis.
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Treatment
Local anaesthesia is used and the root canal system is accessed when treatment is indicated.
03
Disinfection & Sealing
The canals are cleaned, shaped, disinfected and sealed according to the clinical situation.
04
Restoration & Review
The tooth is restored as appropriate and reviewed when clinically required.
Our endodontists
Meet the specialists.
Specialist endodontic care is provided by clinicians whose practice focuses on diagnosis and treatment of the dental pulp and root canal system.
Specialist Endodontist
Dr. Ahmed El Shehri
Provides specialist endodontic diagnosis and root canal care, including assessment of complex cases.
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Specialist Endodontist
Dr. Lana Almasoud
Provides specialist root canal treatment, retreatment and endodontic care with the use of magnification and imaging where clinically appropriate.
View profile →Common questions
Root canal treatment FAQs.
Short answers to common questions before an endodontic appointment.
What is root canal treatment?
Root canal treatment removes inflamed or infected pulp tissue from inside the tooth. The root canal system is then cleaned, disinfected, shaped and sealed before the tooth receives the restoration appropriate for its condition.
Does root canal treatment hurt?
Root canal treatment is generally carried out under local anaesthesia. Some tenderness can occur afterwards, particularly when the tooth was inflamed or infected before treatment.
Can a root canal save my natural tooth?
Preserving the natural tooth is an important aim of endodontic care when the tooth is suitable for treatment and can be restored appropriately.
Why would a tooth need root canal retreatment?
A previously treated tooth may need reassessment if symptoms persist, infection recurs or the previous root canal system requires additional treatment.
Will I need a crown after root canal treatment?
The final restoration depends on the tooth, the amount of remaining tooth structure and the clinical situation. Your dentist or specialist will advise on the appropriate restoration after treatment.
Concerned about tooth pain or a previous root canal?
Book an assessment with the Silwadi team so the tooth can be examined and the appropriate next step discussed.