Root Canal Treatment in Newtown, Kolkata
A root canal treatment removes infected or damaged tissue from inside a tooth so that the tooth can be kept instead of removed.
Symptoms and problems
- Persistent or throbbing tooth pain
- Pain or sensitivity to hot and cold that lingers
- Swelling or a pimple-like bump on the gum
- Darkening of a tooth
- Pain when biting
When treatment may be needed
- Deep decay has reached the nerve of the tooth
- A tooth is cracked or injured
- An infection or abscess has developed
Treatment process
- 1
Examination
Your dentist listens to your concern, examines your teeth and gums, and may recommend an X-ray or other tests.
- 2
Cleaning the tooth
The tooth is numbed, the infected tissue is removed and the inside of the tooth is cleaned.
- 3
Filling and sealing
The cleaned space is filled and sealed. Many teeth then need a crown for protection.
- 4
Follow-up
You receive aftercare advice and are asked to return for review if needed.
Benefits
- Helps you keep your natural tooth
- Relieves pain caused by infection
- Helps prevent infection spreading
Who it may be suitable for
- Anyone with a painful or infected tooth that can still be saved
- Patients whose dentist finds the tooth structure is strong enough to restore
Root Canal Treatment — frequently asked questions
Is root canal treatment painful?
The tooth is numbed before treatment. Some soreness afterwards is common and your dentist will advise how to manage it.
How many visits are needed?
It depends on the tooth and the infection. Your dentist will explain this after examining you.
Will I need a crown afterwards?
Often yes, especially for back teeth, because a treated tooth can be weaker. Your dentist will advise.