Expert Endodontic Treatment in Kolkata
At Teeth Care Multispeciality Dental Clinic, our skilled endodontists provide advanced root canal treatments and endodontic care to save damaged or infected teeth. Using modern techniques and precise instruments, we ensure pain-free, long-lasting, and effective treatment to restore your oral health.
What is Endodontics?
Endodontics is a specialized branch of dentistry focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases of the dental pulp and surrounding tissues. It primarily deals with the soft tissue inside the tooth, commonly known as the “nerve,” and includes procedures like root canal treatment to save infected or damaged teeth.
Why Endodontic Treatment is Important
Root canal treatment preserves your natural teeth, prevents further infection, and maintains oral health while relieving pain effectively.
- Saves natural teeth from extraction
- Relieves severe tooth pain caused by infection or decay
- Prevents spread of infection to surrounding teeth and gums
- Maintains natural chewing and biting function
- Preserves the aesthetic appearance of your smile
Types of Endodontic Treatments
We provide comprehensive endodontic solutions tailored to each patient’s condition:
Root Canal Treatment (Single Tooth)
Used to remove infected pulp from a single tooth, clean and disinfect the canals, and seal them to prevent future infection. This is the most common endodontic procedure to save decayed or damaged teeth.
Multiple Root Canal Treatment (Molars & Premolars)
Molars and premolars may have 2–4 canals. Advanced tools and microscopes allow precise cleaning, shaping, and sealing of all canals, ensuring complete infection removal.
Retreatment of Root Canals
Sometimes previous root canal treatments fail due to incomplete cleaning or reinfection. Retreatment involves reopening the tooth, removing old filling material, and re-cleaning the canals to restore health.
Endodontic Surgery (Apicoectomy)
In certain cases, surgical intervention is needed when infection persists at the root tip. This procedure removes the infected tissue and seals the root end to save the tooth.
Pulp Capping and Vital Pulp Therapy
Used for teeth with deep decay but healthy pulp. The procedure stimulates healing and preserves the vitality of the nerve, avoiding the need for a full root canal.
Comparison of Endodontic Treatments
Type | Purpose | Best For | Number of Visits | Invasiveness | Benefits |
Single Tooth Root Canal | Remove infection from one tooth’s pulp | Decayed or infected single teeth | 1–2 visits | Minimally invasive | Saves natural tooth, relieves pain, restores function |
Multiple Root Canal (Molars/Premolars) | Treat teeth with multiple canals | Molars/premolars with complex anatomy | 2–3 visits | Minimally to moderately invasive | Thorough cleaning of all canals, preserves chewing efficiency |
Root Canal Retreatment | Re-treat failed previous root canal | Previously treated tooth with reinfection | 2–4 visits | Moderately invasive | Removes infection, preserves tooth, avoids extraction |
Endodontic Surgery (Apicoectomy) | Surgical removal of infection at root tip | Persistent infection after conventional root canal | 1–2 visits | Invasive | Resolves infection, preserves tooth that cannot be treated conventionally |
Pulp Capping / Vital Pulp Therapy | Preserve healthy pulp & stimulate healing | Deep cavities without full pulp infection | 1 visit | Minimally invasive | Maintains tooth vitality, avoids full root canal |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do I know if I need a root canal?
Common signs include severe toothache, sensitivity to hot or cold, swelling, or discoloration of a tooth.
Is root canal treatment painful?
Modern anesthesia and techniques make the procedure virtually painless. Mild discomfort may occur post-treatment.
How long does endodontic treatment take?
Single tooth treatments may take 1–2 visits. Complex molars or retreatments may require additional appointments.
Will my tooth need a crown after treatment?
Most treated teeth are restored with a crown to strengthen and protect them.
Can a tooth be saved if the pulp is infected?
Yes. Endodontic procedures are designed to remove infection and preserve the natural tooth whenever possible.