Root Canal Treatment (RCT) in Zira
Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed pulp from inside a tooth, then cleans, disinfects and seals it. It lets you keep your natural tooth instead of having it removed.
Signs you may need a root canal
Only an examination and X-ray can confirm it, but these are common warning signs:
- Toothache that lasts, especially when biting or chewing
- Sensitivity to hot or cold that lingers after the food or drink is gone
- Swelling, tenderness or a small pimple on the gum near a tooth
- A tooth that has darkened in colour
- A deep cavity, crack or old filling that has reached close to the nerve
This is the starting fee for single-sitting RCT in our booking system. Complex teeth, re-treatment and the crown that often follows are priced separately; your dentist confirms the cost first.
What happens during treatment
- Examination and X-rayWe check the tooth, its roots and the surrounding bone.
- Local anaestheticThe area is numbed so you feel pressure rather than pain.
- Removing the infected pulpA small opening is made to reach the pulp chamber and canals.
- Cleaning and shapingThe canals are cleaned, shaped and disinfected.
- Filling and sealingThe canals are filled and sealed to stop bacteria getting back in.
- Restoring the toothA filling closes the tooth. A crown is often advised to protect back teeth.
Looking after yourself afterwards
- Some tenderness for a few days is common and usually settles on its own
- Avoid chewing hard food on the tooth until the final filling or crown is in place
- Take pain relief only as advised by your dentist
- Keep brushing and cleaning between your teeth as normal
- Contact us if swelling increases, you develop a fever, or pain gets worse instead of better
Frequently asked questions
Is root canal treatment painful?
It is done under local anaesthetic, so most patients feel pressure rather than pain during treatment. The tooth may feel tender for a few days afterwards.
Can it really be done in one visit?
Often, yes. Single-sitting RCT is available when the dentist confirms it is suitable after examining the tooth. Teeth with severe infection or complex roots may need more than one visit.
Will I need a crown afterwards?
Back teeth that have had root canal treatment can become more brittle, so a crown is commonly recommended to protect them. Your dentist will advise for your tooth.
What happens if I leave it untreated?
The infection can spread, form an abscess and damage the bone around the tooth. Eventually the tooth may need to be removed.
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Aftercare and protecting a root-treated tooth
After root canal treatment the tooth can feel tender for a few days, especially when you bite. Avoid chewing hard food on that side until your dentist has completed the permanent filling or crown. Keep brushing and cleaning between your teeth as normal.
A root-treated tooth can be more fragile than a healthy one, so your dentist may recommend a crown to protect it, particularly on back teeth.
Why treat the tooth rather than remove it?
Keeping your own tooth helps you chew comfortably and stops neighbouring teeth drifting into the gap. If a tooth is too damaged to save, your dentist will explain this and discuss tooth extraction and replacement options.
When to contact us
Call the clinic if pain or swelling gets worse instead of better, or if you develop a fever. For severe pain, see our dental emergency page.
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Your first check-up is free. Zira: Mon–Sat 10 am–6 pm · Fatehgarh Panjtoor: Mon–Sat 9 am–8 pm.
This page gives general information and is not a substitute for an examination. Your dentist will advise whether a treatment is suitable for you and confirm the cost before starting. ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਪੜ੍ਹੋ