Specialist Root Canal
Treatment In Trivandrum
Relieve toothache and save your natural tooth with root canal treatment led by a specialist in Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, in Thirumala, Trivandrum.
Is root canal treatment painful?
Root canal treatment is done under local anaesthesia, so for most people it feels much like having a filling. It relieves the pain of an infected or inflamed tooth nerve rather than causing it. Mild soreness for a few days afterwards is normal and is usually managed with simple painkillers.
- Led by an MDS in Endodontics
- Saves your natural tooth
- Re-treatment of failed root canals
- Usually completed in 1 to 3 visits
Why see an endodontist for a root canal?
Endodontics is the branch of dentistry that treats the inside of the tooth: the pulp, nerves and root canals. Our Chief Surgeon, Dr. Sandeep Chandran, holds an MDS in Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics. This postgraduate specialist qualification focuses on diagnosing tooth pain and saving teeth that might otherwise be extracted. If you are looking for an endodontist in Trivandrum, it means root canal care at our clinic is led by a specialist.
Signs you may need a root canal
- Severe or throbbing toothache, especially at night
- Sensitivity to hot or cold that lingers
- Pain when biting or chewing
- Swelling of the gum or face, or a pimple-like bump on the gum
- A tooth that has darkened in colour
Do not wait for the pain to settle on its own. If treatment is delayed, the infection can spread, cause an abscess and leave the tooth impossible to save.
What the treatment involves
After the tooth is numbed, the infected pulp is removed and the root canals are cleaned, shaped and disinfected. They are then filled and sealed to stop bacteria getting back in. Back teeth usually need a crown afterwards, because a root-filled tooth can become brittle.
Complex cases and re-treatment
Some teeth have curved, narrow or extra canals, and some root canals done in the past fail and become infected again. These cases need careful diagnosis and specialist technique. Root canal re-treatment can often save a tooth that would otherwise need to be removed.
Root canal or extraction?
Keeping your natural tooth is usually the best option. It preserves your bite, stops neighbouring teeth drifting and avoids the cost and time of an implant or bridge.
- Specialist diagnosis of tooth pain
- Local anaesthesia for comfort
- Re-treatment of failed root canals
- Crowns to protect the tooth
How root canal treatment works
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01
Diagnosis
Examination and X-rays confirm which tooth is affected and why.
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Cleaning
Under local anaesthesia, infected pulp is removed and the canals are disinfected.
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Sealing
The canals are filled and sealed against bacteria.
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Crown and review
A crown protects the tooth, and we check healing at follow-up.
Dr. Sandeep Chandran
Chief Surgeon · MDS (Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics)
Root canal treatment is the specialty of our Chief Surgeon, Dr. Sandeep Chandran. With an MDS in Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, he leads our root canal care: careful diagnosis of tooth pain, treatment of complex canals and re-treatment of failed root canals to save teeth wherever possible.
- MDS (Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics)
- Chief Surgeon, providencedentalclinic.com
Treatment at a glance
- Treated by
- Our dental team, led by Dr. Sandeep Chandran, MDS (Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics)
- Number of visits
- Usually 1 to 3
- Anaesthesia
- Local anaesthesia
- Back to routine
- Most people return to normal activities the same day
What is an endodontist?
An endodontist is a dentist with specialist postgraduate training in treating the inside of the tooth. In India, this is the MDS in Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, the qualification held by our Chief Surgeon, Dr. Sandeep Chandran.
How many visits does a root canal take?
Many root canals are completed in one or two visits. Teeth with complex canals or a severe infection may need an extra visit.
Do I need a crown after a root canal?
Back teeth usually need a crown, because they take heavy chewing forces and a root-filled tooth can crack. Front teeth may only need a filling.
Can a failed root canal be treated again?
Often, yes. Root canal re-treatment removes the old filling material, cleans the canals again and reseals them, which can save a tooth that would otherwise need extraction.
How much does root canal treatment cost in Trivandrum?
The cost depends on which tooth is treated, how many canals it has, whether it is a first treatment or a re-treatment, and whether a crown is needed afterwards. After examining the tooth and its X-rays, we give you a clear written estimate.