ROOT CANAL TREATMENT
Root Canal Treatment is a procedure to repair & save your NATURAL GOD GIFTED PERMANENT TOOTH.
It is basically cleaning and shaping of the infected canals (central portion of tooth which contains blood vessels and nerve endings) of a tooth root.
Why a root canal ? Why not go for a filling ?
If you have approached us after the tooth has started paining, it most probably indicates that the infection or tooth decay has now gone beyond the top two layers of the tooth into the third central layer called pulp.(Ref : last tooth section in the image)
Now this central portion called pulp is present in the canals of a tooth root & hence the cleaning shaping and refilling of these is termed as root canal treatment.
If however you had visited us prior to the sharp continuous pain (when food just started accumulating or you had transient pain once in a while on eating cold ) then the infection is normally restricted to enamel and dentin the outer two layers (Ref: 2nd 3rd and 4th tooth section in above image) for which a Dental filling is sufficient.
When Do I need a root canal treatment?
Sharp shooting pain in the tooth giving sleepless nights.
Trauma on the tooth or blackish discoloration of the tooth due to age old trauma.
Continuous sensitivity which persists even after the removal of stimuli.
Pus discharge or gum swelling or any facial swelling around the tooth.
Tenderness in biting on that tooth.
How many appointments are required for the procedure?
This varies in individuals, depending on the level of infection. It takes 2 sittings mostly. Single sitting root canal treatment can be done in most cases as well.
The idea is to achieve infection free tooth and we execute the appointments as per your time availability.Be rest assured.
What is the cost of root canal treatment?
It depends on number of factors like the tooth anatomy, number of canals, extent of caries etc. On an average it varies from Rs 3000-8000.
Do I need a crown on the root canal treated tooth?
Yes! Nearly every tooth which requires a root canal has become grossly destructed due to infection and hence week.So to prevent the breakage of the tooth we put a helmet on it which is called a crown.
Charges of crowns are additional to root canal charges which depend on the current making charges of the various varieties of crown that are available with us. Choose the best that you can, as they would be a good investment in your oral health and thus overall health.
Is it Painful?
With current advanced techniques and equipment like RVG apex locators and rotary system, it makes root canals nearly painless. Pain if any can be easily controlled with painkillers. So do not postpone the treatment at all due to fear. We are always there to help you.. Connect with us and book an appointment today if you need a ROOT CANAL TREATMENT( RCT).