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What is root canal treatment?
Root canal treatment (endodontics) is a dental procedure that removes the pulp tissue of the tooth (commonly called “removing the nerve”), cleans and shapes the canal, and seals the root canal with special material.
In which cases is root canal treatment needed?
Root canal treatment is indicated by the doctor in the following cases:
Teeth with large decay-related fractures exposing the pulp.
Teeth with exposed pulp during porcelain crown preparation.
Teeth with periapical infection (abscess, cyst, granuloma).
Severe periodontal disease with bone loss reaching the root apex, causing pulp necrosis.
In which cases is root canal treatment contraindicated?
Root canal treatment is indicated to clean the root canals, helping patients keep their natural tooth for restoration (filling or porcelain crown). Therefore, root canal treatment is reconsidered if the tooth cannot be restored after treatment or the failure rate is high. Some contraindications for root canal treatment include:
Vertically fractured teeth.
Severe internal or external root resorption.
Teeth loosened by severe periodontal disease.
Patients who do not cooperate during treatment.
Excessively high cost.
What signs tell you that you need root canal treatment?
If a patient has an infected tooth, that is when root canal treatment is needed to completely remove the infection. In some cases patients have no symptoms, while others have obvious symptoms. So if a patient has any of the following signs, they need to come to Kha Dental to have the condition of the tooth pulp checked. They are:
Persistent tooth pain that does not subside: If a patient feels constant toothache day and night, or intermittently, the tooth is very likely suffering from irreversible pulpitis.
Pain from pressure: If a patient has toothache when chewing, this means the pulp nerve is damaged and the patient needs to be examined urgently.
Swollen gums: If a tooth is infected, the gums may swell a lot and discharge pus.
A pimple on the gum near the tooth: If there is a pus pimple on the gum area, it may be a symptom of a periapical abscess.
Discolored tooth: Teeth with necrotic pulp will, after a while, become darker than teeth with healthy pulp.
Loose tooth: When the tooth infection spreads and causes bone loss, the periodontal tissue supporting the tooth is damaged and the tooth becomes loose.
Root canal treatment procedure?
The root canal treatment process is carried out in the following steps in order:
Step 1
Examination + X-rays to check the condition of the pulp and root apex
Step 2
Anesthesia + cleaning the pulp tissue + preparing the root canals
Step 3
Sealing the root canals + final filling/restoration
Step 1: Examination + X-rays to check the condition of the pulp and root apex
At the first appointment, the doctor examines the mouth and assesses the patient's dental condition. The patient then has X-rays taken to survey the root apex and periapical tissue disease and to make a suitable treatment plan. The doctor also answers all the patient's questions about periapical diseases and the condition of the pulp, reassures the patient, and helps them feel at ease to begin treatment as early as possible.
Step 2: Anesthesia + cleaning the pulp tissue + preparing the root canals
After the patient agrees to the treatment plan, the doctor anesthetizes the tooth to be treated so the patient feels no discomfort while the pulp tissue and any necrotic tissue is removed. The doctor uses special instruments to prepare and shape the root canals and irrigation solutions to completely eliminate bacteria, dentin debris and leftover organic tissue in the canals.
Step 3: Sealing the root canals + final filling/restoration
After the canals are shaped and cleaned and the tooth no longer hurts, the doctor seals the root canals with filling material and sealer cement. Finally, the doctor rebuilds the tooth crown with composite or a porcelain crown to protect the tooth after root canal treatment.
Depending on the complexity of the root canal system and periapical disease, the treatment may take one or several appointments, and each appointment may last from 30 to 90 minutes. If more than one appointment is needed, the doctor will place antiseptic medication in the canal and a temporary filling to keep food from entering the canal.
Why should you choose root canal treatment at Kha Dental?
Experienced, skilled doctors who continually update their knowledge
Kha Dental's doctors are all experienced, highly skilled and always give enthusiastic advice with full dedication to their patients.
Gentle, quick root canal treatment procedure
The root canal treatment procedure is personalized to each patient and carried out as gently and quickly as possible to limit swelling and pain for the patient.
Modern equipment
Kha Dental continually invests in advanced equipment and instruments to deliver a positive, comfortable experience, and strict sterile procedures help prevent cross-infection.
Reasonable, clear and transparent treatment costs
Kha Dental always provides clear, accurate and complete consultation, and commits to open, transparent treatment costs with no extra charges during treatment. Patients can choose the clinic's services with complete peace of mind.
Root canal treatment costs
Depending on the tooth position, the complexity of the root canals and periapical disease, root canal treatment costs vary. To know the exact and detailed cost, please register for an examination so Kha Dental's doctors can advise you specifically.
| SERVICE | UNIT PRICE |
|---|---|
| Endodontics of incisors | 1,000,000 VND |
| Endodontics of canines | 1,500,000 VND |
| Endodontics of premolars | 2,000,000 VND |
| Endodontics of molars | 2,500,000 - 3,000,000 VND |
| Endodontic retreatment | +1,000,000 VND |
| Endodontics through a crown | +500,000 VND |
| Sealing with Bioceramic sealer/MTA | +500,000 - +1,000,000 VND |
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