Root canal treatment in Bahawalpur

A root canal treatment saves a tooth whose inner part, the pulp, has become infected or badly damaged. At Smile Dental Care, near IUB in Bahawalpur, it is done under local anesthesia to minimize pain during the procedure.

Signs you may need a root canal

Only a dentist can tell for sure, but these symptoms are good reasons to book an examination soon:

• Toothache that lingers or wakes you at night
• Pain when biting or pressing on the tooth
• Long-lasting sensitivity to hot or cold
• Swelling of the gum or face, or a pimple-like bump on the gum
• A tooth that has darkened

What happens

The dentist examines the tooth, usually with an X-ray, and numbs the area. The infected tissue is removed, the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed, and the tooth is then restored. Some soreness can occur afterward, and the dentist will tell you how to manage it.

Why not just remove the tooth?

Where a tooth can be saved, keeping your natural tooth is usually preferable. Extraction is still the right choice for teeth that cannot be saved. The dentist will explain both options so you can decide.

Cost

Root canal treatment is PKR 7,000. After a root canal, a tooth is sometimes advised to be covered with a crown, which is a separate treatment priced from PKR 5,000 to 10,000. See our crowns and bridges page.

Common questions

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