Root canal treatment (or RCT) is a common procedure done to remove infection from within a tooth, preventing the need for extraction. If your soft dental pulp becomes infected due to extensive decay or trauma, it needs to be treated by removing the infected tissue and shutting it airtight. Painlessly preserving the natural tooth is something root canals achieve nowadays quite easily and painlessly.
Signs You Might Need a Root Canal
- Persistent toothache
- Sensitivity to hot or cold that lingers
- Swollen gums near a tooth
- Darkening or discoloration of the tooth
- Pimple or bump on the gums
If any of these sound familiar, don’t wait. Catching the infection early can make treatment easier and quicker.
Our Step-by-Step Root Canal Process
Here’s what you can expect when you come in for an RCT at our Koramangala clinic:
1. Consultation & X-Ray
We start with a thorough exam and digital X-rays to see the full extent of the infection and plan your treatment precisely.
2. Local Anesthesia
We numb the area completely so you’re comfortable throughout the procedure. You’ll feel pressure, not pain.
3. Cleaning the Canal
Using advanced tools (and sometimes a microscope), we remove the infected pulp, clean out the canal, and disinfect the inside of the tooth.
4. Sealing the Tooth
The cleaned canal is filled with a biocompatible material to prevent reinfection. We usually place a temporary filling at this stage.
5. Final Restoration
In most cases, a crown is placed on top to protect the tooth and restore full function. This is scheduled a few days later.
Pain Management + Modern Tech
Advances in anesthesia, rotary tools, and imaging have improved processes significantly. They are now more comfortable and enjoyable than ever; many patients say it feels less “painful” than getting a simple filling but unlike fillings, there is incredible relief afterwards which makes everything worthwhile.
We also use:
- Microscope-assisted endodontics for precision
- Digital radiographs for accurate imaging
- Painless injection systems that make numbing easier
FAQs
Not anymore! With modern anesthesia, the procedure is virtually painless. Any discomfort you feel afterward is usually mild and manageable.
Most treatments take 1 to 2 visits depending on the complexity. Each visit lasts about 60 to 90 minutes.
Yes, in most cases. A crown strengthens and protects the treated tooth from future damage.
The infection can spread to other teeth or into your jawbone. Eventually, you could lose the tooth or worse, develop a serious abscess.
Yes, though we may perform a slightly different version called a pulpotomy. Our team will guide you on the best course for younger patients.
Book Your Appointment Today
We’ve performed hundreds of root canal treatments for patients across Koramangala, HSR Layout, BTM, and the wider Bangalore area.Whether it’s an emergency toothache or a referral from another dentist, we’re equipped and ready to help , often with same-day appointments.With increasing fear around dental procedures such as these, waiting won’t yield good results’especially if you suspect tooth pain or an underlying infection so book a consultation in our Koramangala clinic today for a truly worry-free experience with distinctive results.
Root canals done right. Comfort guaranteed.