Business Details
23 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Specialist Endodontic Care in Norwich
Charing Cross Practice was established in 2003 as a specialist centre dedicated to endodontic care. Our team comprises highly qualified specialists registered with the General Dental Council, including Barbara Swistak and Jonathan Hatton, who bring extensive academic and clinical expertise to root canal treatment. We prioritise evidence-based methodologies, having refined our multi-visit approach over 15 years to achieve optimal outcomes.Our nurses, with 5-30 years' tenure, support our specialists in delivering precise, patient-centred care. We maintain strict adherence to professional standards regulated by the GDC, ensuring transparency in data protection and complaint resolution processes. Our focus remains on preserving dental health through advanced endodontic techniques while maintaining clear communication with referring dentists and patients.
Services
Endodontic Treatment
Root Canal Therapy
Specialist Consultations
Post-Treatment Care
Dental Pulp Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We specialise exclusively in endodontic treatment since 2003
- Our team includes GDC-registered specialists with postgraduate qualifications
- We use evidence-based multi-visit root canal techniques proven over 15 years
- Our clinical approach prioritises long-term success through meticulous disinfection
- We maintain transparent communication with referring dentists and patients
Associations and certifications
- General Dental Council
Services
Endodontic Treatment
Specialist treatment for infected or damaged dental pulp using advanced techniques. Our evidence-based approach involves precise canal disinfection and multi-visit treatment planning. Patients receive comprehensive post-treatment guidance including crown recommendations for long-term tooth preservation.
People
Barbara Swistak
Specialist in Endodontics
GDC-registered endodontic specialist with distinction in postgraduate studies. Qualified from Guy's Dental Hospital in 1991, with clinical teaching experience at Eastman Dental Institute. Specialises in complex root canal cases.
Jonathan Hatton
Specialist in Endodontics
GDC-registered endodontic specialist with distinction in MClinDent (Endodontology). Qualified with honours from Barts and The London. Former clinical teacher at Eastman Dental Institute and active member of Langham Endodontic Study group.
Questions
What is endodontic treatment?
Endodontic treatment, or root canal therapy, removes infected pulp from inside a tooth to prevent abscess formation and preserve dental function.
Why choose Charing Cross Practice?
We specialise exclusively in endodontics with GDC-registered specialists using evidence-based techniques refined over 15 years for optimal outcomes.
How long does root canal treatment take?
Most treatments require two 90-minute sessions, allowing thorough disinfection and filling of root canals for long-term success.
Is root canal treatment painful?
Local anaesthesia ensures comfort during treatment. Post-treatment discomfort is typically minor and short-lived according to our clinical experience.
What happens after treatment?
We recommend returning to your dentist for crown placement to protect the treated tooth. Proper restoration enables normal function long-term.
How successful is endodontic treatment?
While no medical procedure can be guaranteed, our evidence-based approach achieves high success rates through meticulous technique and follow-up care.
