Endodontist Coventry · endodontic care
Angel Ognemirov, MSc Endodontics, provides root canal treatment, retreatment and tooth pain diagnosis for patients in Coventry and across the West Midlands — with particular care for anxious patients and a clear aim: keeping your natural tooth.
Book an appointment online, or call the practice directly.
Call 0116 270 0550 and let us know that you are in pain so we can advise you on the appropriate next step.
Urgent endodontic careEndodontic care
Endodontics is the area of dentistry concerned with diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the dental pulp — the soft tissue inside the tooth — and the root canal system.
Deep decay, trauma, cracks or bacterial infection can cause the tissue inside a tooth to become inflamed or infected. In these situations, the first step is to identify the source of the problem and assess whether the tooth can be predictably preserved.
Our approach begins with diagnosis. Root canal treatment is recommended only when there is a clear clinical indication and when it represents an appropriate way to preserve the tooth.
Endodontic treatment
Whether you require your first root canal treatment, retreatment of a previously treated tooth, or investigation of unexplained dental pain, every case begins with careful diagnosis.
Root canal treatment — also known as endodontic treatment — is used when the tissue inside a tooth becomes irreversibly inflamed or infected. The aim is to remove the source of infection, clean and disinfect the root canal system, and preserve the natural tooth where its condition allows.
About this treatmentNew symptoms following previous root canal treatment do not automatically mean that the tooth must be extracted. In selected cases, root canal retreatment may allow the cause of the problem to be identified and the root canal system to be treated again.
About this treatmentRoot canals are extremely small structures and their anatomy can be complex. A dental operating microscope magnifies and illuminates the treatment area, supporting more precise diagnosis and treatment.
About this treatmentA minor surgical procedure that treats persistent infection at the tip of the root when conventional root canal treatment or retreatment is not possible or has not resolved the problem.
About this treatmentCracks in teeth can cause sharp pain on biting and sensitivity to cold. Early, accurate diagnosis under magnification helps decide whether the tooth can be saved and how.
About this treatmentKnocked, chipped or loosened teeth need prompt assessment. Endodontic care after an injury can preserve the tooth and monitor the pulp as it recovers.
About this treatmentDental pain does not always originate from the nerve of the tooth, and not every toothache requires root canal treatment.
About this treatmentInfection inside the tooth can extend into the tissues around the tip of the root. For some patients this causes pain or swelling. In others, it may only become apparent on an X-ray.
About this treatmentSee every service the practice offers — including cracked tooth assessment and the care of injured teeth — with a plain explanation of what each involves.
All treatments and diagnosisYour treatment journey
We begin by discussing your symptoms, examining the tooth and carrying out any diagnostic tests or imaging that may be required.
We explain the diagnosis, whether the tooth can be preserved, and which treatment options are appropriate for your situation.
Where root canal treatment is required, the procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic with the tooth isolated from the rest of the mouth. Magnification allows careful treatment of the root canal system.
Following endodontic treatment, the tooth will require an appropriate final restoration. Where indicated, a review appointment may also be recommended.
In pain?
Dental pain can have several different causes and does not always mean that root canal treatment is required. If you have severe spontaneous pain, lingering sensitivity to hot or cold, pain when biting, or swelling, an examination is needed to identify the source of the problem.
If your symptoms are acute, please tell us when you first contact the practice.
Important: rapidly increasing facial swelling, difficulty swallowing or breathing, or severe systemic illness requires urgent medical assessment — contact NHS 111 or emergency services.
MSc Endodontics
About me
Angel Ognemirov holds an MSc degree in Endodontics from the University of Chester and has completed training in oral and intravenous dental sedation at Guy's Hospital in London. He is also certified in Restorative Dentistry and is an active member of the Society for the Advancement of Anaesthesia in Dentistry (SAAD).
His practice is built around patients who find dental treatment stressful. Appointments are unhurried, every step is explained before it happens and comfort is checked throughout — so that root canal treatment, a procedure many people fear, becomes a calm and manageable experience.
Angel's clinical focus is on preserving natural teeth: accurate diagnosis, modern root canal treatment and retreatment, and honest advice about what each tooth can and cannot be expected to do. Patients come from Coventry and across the West Midlands, and are welcome by referral or by contacting the practice directly.
Precision through technology
The root canal system can be extremely small and anatomically complex. Canals may be narrow, curved, calcified or difficult to identify without magnification.
A dental operating microscope provides high magnification and concentrated illumination directly over the treatment area. This supports detailed visualisation of the internal anatomy of the tooth and allows more controlled treatment.
Depending on the clinical situation, treatment may also involve electronic working-length measurement, ultrasonic instruments, modern canal preparation systems, activated irrigation and appropriate dental imaging.
Technology does not replace clinical judgement. It helps us apply that judgement with greater precision.
Before extraction
Being told that a tooth has an infection or that a previous root canal treatment has failed does not automatically mean that extraction is the only option.
In some cases, primary root canal treatment or root canal retreatment may allow the tooth to be preserved. In other situations, a significant crack, insufficient remaining tooth structure or another structural problem may make the long-term outlook less favourable.
Our role is to assess the individual tooth carefully and explain the realistic options available to you.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers to the questions patients ask most often. Our patient guides go into more detail.
Root canal treatment is carried out under local anaesthetic, and the aim is for you to remain comfortable during the procedure. Some temporary tenderness or sensitivity when biting can occur afterwards.
The length of the appointment depends on the tooth and the complexity of its root canal system. Some cases can be completed in a single visit, while more complex or infected teeth may require additional treatment time.
Many root canal treatments can be completed in one appointment. More complex cases, retreatment, or teeth with significant infection may require two or more visits.
A dental microscope magnifies and illuminates the inside of the tooth. This can help identify narrow, additional or difficult-to-access canals and supports more precise treatment.
Retreatment may be considered when a previously treated tooth develops new symptoms or when imaging shows evidence of persistent or recurrent infection around the root.
Often, yes — but it depends on the condition of the roots, the amount of healthy tooth structure remaining, the presence of cracks, and whether the tooth can be predictably restored.
Mild tenderness or discomfort when biting may occur for a short period after treatment. If pain becomes worse, swelling develops, or you are concerned about your recovery, contact the practice.
This depends on the tooth and how much sound tooth structure remains. Back teeth commonly require a protective restoration to reduce the risk of fracture. Your dentist or clinician will advise you based on your individual case.
No. Dental pain can come from several different structures, and sometimes pain may appear to come from a tooth that is not actually the source of the problem. This is why diagnosis should come before treatment.
Possible symptoms include spontaneous pain, pain when biting, prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold, swelling, or a small draining spot on the gum. Some infections, however, may cause few or no obvious symptoms.
Endodontics is the area of dentistry focused on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the dental pulp and root canal system. Endodontists concentrate on this work and use equipment such as the operating microscope routinely.
An untreated infection may persist or spread into the tissues around the root. Symptoms can sometimes temporarily improve, but this does not necessarily mean that the underlying problem has resolved.
Your next step
Have questions about root canal treatment or need to arrange an appointment? Get in touch by phone to discuss your next steps.
If you are experiencing severe dental pain or swelling, please mention this when you call.
