08/06/2026
Did you know that dogs can have root canal treatment? 🐶
When a tooth is traumatised or fractured this can affect the living part of the tooth, known as the pulp.
When a tooth is damaged without fracturing it, it can become discoloured, as shown on the photo in this dog. A tooth with a damaged pulp will lead to the pulp becoming necrotic, which can then cause a tooth root abscess.
When a tooth is traumatised either with a fracture or when it becomes discoloured, and the pulp is affected, we can use root canal treatment to remove the damaged or infected pulp from the tooth. The canal is then disinfected and sealed to preserve the tooth.
Why choose root canal treatment?
🦷 Saves the tooth
🦷 Avoids the more painful and invasive extraction of a tooth
🦷 Maintains normal chewing functions
🦷 Helps preserve jaw strength.
Root canal treatment is commonly performed on important teeth such as the canine teeth, carnassial teeth, and can also be performed on incisor teeth. As well as root canal treatment we perform advanced dental procedures such as complex extractions and specialist imaging. Our team are here to protect your pets health and quality of life. If your pet is showing signs of dental pain, don't wait as early treatment can make all the difference. 😁
