Root Canal Treatment (RCT) in Chandigarh
Are you struggling with severe toothache, heightened sensitivity to heat or cold, or persistent swelling around a specific tooth? These symptoms often point to an infected dental pulp, which requires immediate attention to save the tooth.
At Elite Dental & Implant Clinic, we specialize in providing advanced Root Canal Treatment (RCT) designed for maximum comfort and speed. Our primary goal is always to save your natural tooth, preventing the need for extraction and future procedures like a dental implant in Chandigarh.
The Elite Dental Difference
Choosing us for your RCT means opting for precision, comfort, and efficiency:
Painless Procedure: We utilize superior local anesthesia and offer sedation options for a completely relaxed, minimal-discomfort experience.
Microscopic Precision: Our expert Endodontists use advanced Microscopic Dentistry to achieve high-powered magnification. This ensures a thorough cleaning of even the most complex and tiny canals, dramatically increasing the long-term success of your treatment.
Single-Visit Option: Where clinically possible, we offer efficient Single-Visit RCT to provide quick relief and minimize disruption to your schedule.
Transparent and Affordable Care: We offer clear, affordable cost options with available EMI plans, making world-class RCT accessible in Chandigarh.
Trust our specialists to relieve your pain, eliminate the infection, and restore your smile.
Book your Same-Day RCT Consultation in Chandigarh today and take the first step toward lasting relief!
Our Advanced Root Canal Treatment Process – Safe, Painless & Effective
At Elite Dental & Implant Clinic, Chandigarh, we follow a precise, step-by-step root canal treatment (RTC) process using the latest technology to ensure maximum comfort, safety, and long-term success. Here’s what you can expect:
Step 1: Diagnosis (Digital X-rays & 3D CBCT Scan)
- We begin with a thorough examination using digital X-rays and our advanced in-house CBCT 3D scanner to assess the infection's extent.
This helps us pinpoint the problem without guesswork, ensuring accurate treatment planning.
Step 2: Local Anesthesia (Painless Procedure)
Before starting, we numb the area completely with gentle local anesthesia.
You’ll feel no pain—just slight pressure during the procedure.
Step 3: Cleaning & Disinfection
A small opening is made in the tooth to remove infected pulp (nerve tissue).
The root canals are cleaned, shaped, and sterilized using advanced rotary instruments (faster & more precise than manual tools).
Step 4: Filling & Sealing
The cleaned canals are filled with biocompatible gutta-percha (a rubber-like material).
A temporary filling is placed to protect the tooth between visits (if multiple sessions are needed).
Step 5: Crown Placement (If Needed)
For back teeth or heavily damaged teeth, we recommend a dental crown to restore strength and function.
We use high-quality ceramic or zirconia crowns that blend naturally with your smile.
New Chandigarh Clinic Branch Location
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Post-Treatment Care: What to Do After Your RCT
Now that your Root Canal Treatment is complete, the healing process begins. Here is exactly how to take care of your tooth to ensure the best recovery.
Here is a clear, scannable, and practical guide for Post-RCT Care Instructions. This content is designed to be given to the patient to reduce anxiety once they leave the chair.
While You Are Still Numb
Watch Your Chewing: Do not eat anything solid until the anesthesia wears off completely (usually 2–3 hours). It is very easy to accidentally bite your cheek or tongue while they are numb.
Temperature Caution: Avoid extremely hot beverages (like hot coffee or tea) while numb, as you might burn your mouth without feeling it.
Managing Discomfort
- Don’t Wait for Pain: Take your prescribed painkiller before the numbness fully wears off. It is easier to prevent pain than to stop it once it starts.
- Normal Sensations: It is completely normal for the tooth to feel tender or slightly different when you bite down for the next 3–5 days. The area around the root is healing.
- Warm Salt Water: Starting tomorrow, rinse gently with warm salt water 2–3 times a day to reduce inflammation in the gums.
Eating & Habits
- Chew on the Opposite Side: Until your permanent Crown (Cap) is fixed, strictly chew on the other side of your mouth.
- Avoid “Tooth Breakers”: Stay away from hard or crunchy foods (nuts, popcorn, hard candy, ice). Your tooth is hollow and weak right now; biting these could crack it.
- Watch the Sticky Stuff: Avoid chewing gum or sticky caramels. These can pull out the temporary filling material we placed.
Oral Hygiene
- Brush Normally: You can (and should) brush your teeth, but be gentle around the treated tooth.
- Flossing: Be careful when flossing around the temporary filling. Instead of pulling the floss up, pull it out to the side so you don’t pop the temporary filling out.
When to Call Us (Red Flags)
Contact the clinic immediately if you notice:
Visible swelling inside or outside the mouth.
A reaction to the medication (rash, itching, or nausea).
The temporary filling falls out completely (a small depression is normal as it wears down, but if the whole chunk is gone, let us know).
Pain that does not get better with medication after 2-3 days.
About Us
Our expert team combines advanced dental technology with compassionate care to deliver flawless smiles and lasting oral health. We provide comprehensive evaluations, addressing not just your teeth but also lifestyle factors like diet, stress, genetics, and bite alignment. From precision implants to cosmetic dentistry, we tailor treatments for pain-free, natural-looking results.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
No, modern anesthesia ensures a painless experience.
Usually 1-2 visits, depending on complexity
No, antibiotics only relieve infection temporarily; RTC is necessary to save the tooth.
At Elite Dental & Implant Clinic, all RCTs are strictly performed by an Endodontist (a Root Canal Specialist). This ensures the complex anatomy of your tooth is handled by someone with advanced training, not a general dentist, which significantly increases the success rate.
No, the RCT and the Crown are separate procedures with separate costs. This is because there are many types of crowns (Metal-free Zirconia, PFM, E-max) with varying warranties. You can choose the crown that best fits your budget after the RCT is completed.
Yes. Since we typically use local anesthesia (numbing only the jaw), you remain fully conscious and alert. Unless you have specifically opted for sedation for anxiety, you are perfectly safe to drive or return to work immediately.
Antibiotics only suppress the infection temporarily; they cannot reach the bacteria inside the dead tooth nerve. Without physically removing the infection via RCT, the pain will return, often worse than before, once you stop the medication.
Zirconia is a high-strength, metal-free material that offers superior aesthetics and a perfect gum fit, making it the most durable choice. PFM (Porcelain Fused to Metal) is the more affordable option, but it is less natural-looking and may show a dark line near the gum line over time.
Yes, we highly recommend a free follow-up check with an X-ray about 6 months after the crown is cemented. This allows us to visually confirm that the bone around the treated root tip has fully healed and there is no lingering inflammation or issues.
Antibiotics are prescribed only when there is evidence of an existing abscess (a localized pocket of infection) in the bone outside the tooth’s root tip. The medication helps to clear this residual infection in the surrounding tissues to prevent post-operative swelling.
