Few dental words cause as much worry as "root canal". In reality, root canal treatment (RCT) is what relieves the pain of an infected tooth and lets you keep it. If you are looking for root canal treatment in Rohini, here is what it involves.
Signs you may need a root canal
- Severe toothache, especially when biting or at night
- Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold
- Swelling or a pimple-like bump on the gum
- A darkening tooth
- A deep cavity or a crack reaching the pulp
Sometimes there are no symptoms at all, and infection shows up only on an X-ray. That is one reason regular check-ups matter.
What happens during RCT
- The area is numbed with local anaesthesia.
- The infected or inflamed pulp is removed from inside the tooth.
- The canals are cleaned, shaped and disinfected.
- The canals are filled and sealed.
- A filling or crown is placed to restore the tooth.
Depending on the tooth and the infection, treatment may take one or more visits.
Myths about root canal treatment
"It is very painful."
The pain people remember comes from the infection, not the treatment. With modern anaesthesia, the procedure itself is comparable to getting a filling.
"Extraction is easier."
Pulling a tooth leaves a gap that may need an implant or bridge later, which usually costs more time and money than saving the natural tooth.
"A root canal makes you ill."
There is no reliable scientific evidence for this claim. RCT removes infection; it does not cause it.
After your root canal
- Avoid chewing hard food on that tooth until the final restoration is done.
- Take prescribed medicines as directed.
- Get the crown or filling placed as advised, since delay risks fracture.
Frequently asked questions
How many visits does a root canal take?
Many cases are completed in one to two visits. Severe infections may need more.
Can I go to work after RCT?
Most people can resume normal activity the same day. Your dentist will guide you.
Whether you need root canal treatment in Rohini or a routine check-up, Rainbow Dental welcomes patients searching for root canal treatment in Rohini from Sector 14 and nearby areas including Prashant Vihar, Pitampura and other Rohini sectors. Learn more about our dental services, meet Dr. Surbhi Bansal, or contact the clinic.
Further reading: NHS guide to root canal treatment.
