Root Canal Treatment (RCT) — Complete Guide

Root Canal Treatment (RCT), also called endodontic treatment, is a procedure that saves a severely infected or damaged tooth. At Goyal Dental Care, Budh Vihar, Delhi, Dr. Ritu Goyal performs painless RCT using modern rotary endodontic systems. Cost depends on tooth type — call for exact quote.

When Do You Need Root Canal Treatment?

You may need RCT if you experience: severe toothache that does not go away, sensitivity to hot and cold that lingers, darkening or discolouration of the tooth, swelling or tenderness in gums around the tooth, or a pimple-like bump on the gums (dental abscess). These are signs that the pulp (inner nerve) of your tooth is infected or dying and needs to be treated before the infection spreads.

How is Painless RCT Done?

Modern root canal treatment at Goyal Dental Care is virtually painless. Here is how it works:

1. Local Anaesthesia: The area is completely numbed so you feel nothing during the procedure.
2. Access Opening: A small opening is made in the crown of the tooth.
3. Pulp Removal: The infected or dead pulp tissue is removed using precision rotary files.
4. Cleaning & Shaping: Root canals are cleaned, shaped, and disinfected thoroughly.
5. Filling: The empty canals are filled with a biocompatible material (gutta-percha).
6. Crown: A crown is placed over the tooth to protect and restore it fully.

Is Root Canal Treatment Painful?

No. This is one of the most common misconceptions. With modern anaesthesia and rotary endodontic techniques used at Goyal Dental Care, most patients report that RCT is no more uncomfortable than getting a simple filling. Any discomfort after the procedure is mild and managed with standard pain medication.

RCT Cost at Goyal Dental Care, Delhi

Root canal treatment cost at Goyal Dental Care depends on the tooth type and number of canals. Front teeth (single canal) cost less, while molars (3–4 canals) cost more. As a general idea, RCT typically ranges between ₹2,500 to ₹5,000 — but the exact amount is confirmed only after examination. Consultation fee: ₹200 during clinic hours. Emergency after 10PM: call 9289242466 (₹500 advance).

RCT vs Tooth Extraction — Which is Better?

Saving your natural tooth is almost always the better option. RCT allows you to keep your natural tooth, maintain proper chewing function, avoid bone loss, and sidestep the cost of an implant or bridge. Extraction should only be considered when the tooth is truly beyond saving.

What Happens After RCT?

After root canal treatment, a crown is strongly recommended to protect the treated tooth from fracture. At Goyal Dental Care, zirconia crowns are available starting from ₹5,000 — providing a natural-looking, strong, metal-free restoration that lasts decades with proper care.