Bring A Brief Symptom History
Note when symptoms began, triggers, duration and any swelling or temperature sensitivity.

Calm, considered care to help relieve tooth pain and preserve teeth where clinically appropriate.

If you are near The Kia Oval and have a painful or persistently sensitive tooth, our Camberwell team can assess whether root canal treatment is appropriate. After a careful examination and X‑rays where indicated, we explain what we find, likely options and timing. When advised, treatment focuses on removing inflamed or infected pulp, disinfecting and sealing the canals, and planning a suitable restoration to help protect function and comfort.

Dentist By The Green is a private practice in Camberwell, welcoming patients from the Oval, Kennington and across South London. We do not provide care at the stadium. Appointments are offered at our Denmark Hill location within our Camberwell dental practice.
When you contact us, we will discuss your symptoms, arrange an assessment and outline next steps. If urgent attention is required, we will advise the most appropriate route to care and how to manage symptoms until you are seen.

Root canal treatment addresses the inside of a tooth when the pulp is inflamed or infected. The aim is to clean and disinfect the canals, then seal them before restoring the tooth so it can be used for chewing with less risk of further irritation.
Read more about treating the inside of the tooth. Where a final restoration is advised, our repairing and protecting the treated tooth options will be discussed.

If you have ongoing tooth pain or signs of infection, a timely assessment helps determine the right course of action. Please do not diagnose yourself.

A structured, patient‑centred process to diagnose, treat and protect your tooth.
We will explain findings, options and timing before any treatment begins.

We regularly see patients from the Oval area for private root canal treatment. You will receive clear explanations, a considerate chairside manner and practical next steps, including restoration planning and review.
If you develop spreading facial swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or feel systemically unwell, seek urgent medical or dental care immediately. For prevention and maintenance, we also provide ongoing dental care to help lower the risk of future problems and support long‑term oral health.
A few simple steps can help you get the most from your assessment.
Note when symptoms began, triggers, duration and any swelling or temperature sensitivity.
Include allergies and relevant health information to help us plan care safely.
Tell us about fillings, crowns or trauma to guide diagnosis and restoration planning.
Write down concerns about comfort, outcomes and restoration choices to discuss at your assessment.
If symptoms worsen or you feel unwell before your visit, seek advice promptly.
Care focused on preserving teeth where suitable.
Clinical tests and targeted imaging to inform care.
We outline findings, options and likely timelines.
Up‑to‑date methods for cleaning, disinfection and sealing.
Guidance on definitive protection and review.
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We examine the tooth, review your symptoms and take indicated images to confirm the diagnosis and options.

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The tooth is numbed and a precise opening made to reach the pulp chamber in controlled conditions.

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Canals are cleaned, shaped and disinfected, then filled and sealed with a biocompatible material.

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A temporary or definitive filling is placed, with a crown considered where advised. We arrange reviews to monitor healing.


Our priority is safe, patient‑centred care. While root canal treatment can often help retain a tooth, suitability depends on clinical findings, restorability and your wider oral health.
We will discuss potential risks, benefits and alternatives, including monitoring or extraction where appropriate. We also explain likely timelines and the need for a suitable final restoration so you can make an informed choice after assessment.
If you would like to arrange an assessment for root canal treatment near The Kia Oval, please contact our reception team. Tell us if your symptoms feel urgent so we can advise the next appropriate step.
Not necessarily. Toothache or lingering sensitivity can have several causes. A dentist will take a history, examine the tooth and use X‑rays where appropriate to confirm diagnosis and advise whether root canal treatment, monitoring or another approach is best.
Local anaesthetic is used to numb the tooth and surrounding area. We work gently, explain each stage and allow breaks. If you are particularly anxious, we can discuss suitable options for additional support, including sedation where clinically appropriate.
Many root canal treatments are completed in one or two visits. The exact number depends on the tooth, complexity and presence of infection. Sometimes medication is placed inside the tooth between appointments and a temporary restoration is used.
It depends on the amount of remaining tooth structure and where the tooth sits in your bite. Back teeth and heavily filled teeth often benefit from a crown to reduce fracture risk. Your dentist will explain options and timing after assessment.
Alternatives may include monitoring, further investigation, or extraction if the tooth cannot be predictably restored. We will explain risks and likely outcomes for each option and can coordinate appropriate follow‑on care based on your goals and clinical findings.
Yes. We welcome patients from the Oval and Kennington areas to our Denmark Hill location. Please contact the team to discuss symptoms and arrange an assessment. If you have spreading swelling or difficulty breathing, seek urgent care immediately.
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