Root Canal Treatment (RCT)

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Can you prevent a root canal treatment(RCT) ?

Yes. You can prevent a root canal treatment by visiting a dentist at the right time.

Is a cap necessary after a root canal treatment(RCT) ?

Yes . Definitely. The cap protects the inner tooth from the chewing forces. If you don’t place a cap after your root canal treatment, the tooth can break, chip, there can be re-infection and the treatment will be unsuccessful.

Is a root canal treatment painful ?

Only the first sitting appointment can be painful but The treatment is done under local anesthesia and medications including painkillers so there is nothing to worry and your dentist takes care of it all.

Is a root canal treatment expensive?

Delaying the treatment will make cost you even more. As delaying the treatment will only leave you with an option of tooth extraction and replacing it is even more expensive. EMI and dental insurance plans are also available. But remember dentistry is not expensive , neglecting the treatment is expensive.

Should I go for a root canal treatment or a tooth removal?

It really isn’t in your hands. whether you need a root canal or extraction depends on your case. But if you are given an option, root canal treatment is anytime better as you save your tooth that way, than getting it extracted.

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