Root Canal Treatment

Eliminate severe toothache and save your natural tooth with our comfortable, painless endodontic therapy.

Introduction

What is a Root Canal?

A root canal (endodontic therapy) is a treatment used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed or infected. During the procedure, the nerve and pulp inside the tooth are removed, and the inside of the tooth is thoroughly cleaned and sealed.

Why is it Needed?

Without treatment, the tissue surrounding the tooth will become heavily infected, and abscesses may form, leading to intense pain, facial swelling, and eventually, the loss of the tooth. A root canal entirely removes the source of the infection while allowing you to keep the structure of your natural tooth.

Root Canal Procedure Anatomy
Warning Signs

Signs You Need an RCT

If the nerve of your tooth is infected, you will likely experience one or more of these symptoms:

  • Severe Tooth Pain: Constant, throbbing ache, especially when biting or at night.
  • Temperature Sensitivity: Lingering pain after eating hot or cold foods.
  • Swollen Gums: Tender, swollen, or darkened gums near the painful tooth.
  • Abscess (Pimple): A recurring pimple on the gums that may ooze pus.
  • Tooth Discoloration: The tooth suddenly darkening from the inside out.
The Root Cause

Common Causes

The pulp (nerve) of the tooth can become inflamed or infected due to several reasons:

  • Deep Tooth Decay: Untreated cavities that reach the inner pulp chamber.
  • Cracked/Broken Tooth: Physical cracks allow bacteria to enter the nerve.
  • Dental Trauma: A blow to the mouth can damage the nerve even without visible cracks.
  • Repeated Procedures: Multiple deep fillings on the same tooth over time.
Advantages

Benefits of Root Canal Treatment

Saves the Natural Tooth

Nothing looks, feels, or functions quite as well as your natural tooth structure.

Eliminates Pain

Immediately removes the source of the infection, curing severe, throbbing toothaches.

Prevents Extraction

Avoids the gap caused by extraction and the need for expensive implants or bridges.

Restores Function

Once crowned, the tooth can handle normal biting and chewing forces indefinitely.

THE NIKO STANDARD

Why Choose Us for RCT?

We combine advanced technology, clinical expertise, and compassionate care to deliver the highest standard of root canal treatment.

Gentle Root Canal Treatment

Gentle & Pain-Free

We use profound local anesthesia and advanced rotary endodontics to ensure your procedure is as comfortable as a regular filling.

Pain-Free & Comfortable Safe Anesthesia
Digital Dental X-Ray Diagnosis

Digital Diagnosis

High-resolution digital X-rays help us map out your root canals precisely, increasing the success rate significantly.

Accurate & Detailed Imaging Safe & Low Radiation
Experienced Endodontic Dentist

Experienced Dentists

Our team has successfully performed hundreds of root canals, saving teeth that other clinics might extract.

Highly Skilled Experts High Success Rate
Advanced Dental Technology

Advanced Technology

We use the latest rotary machines, apex locators, and modern instruments for precise, efficient treatments.

Rotary Endodontics Latest Modern Instruments
Dental Sterilization

Sterilization & Safety

Your safety is our top priority. We follow strict sterilization protocols and maintain the highest standards of infection control.

Fully Sterilized Infection Control & Hygiene

Your comfort, safety, and long-term oral health are our highest priorities. Our experienced dental team combines advanced technology with compassionate care to deliver successful root canal treatments.

The Procedure

Our Root Canal Process

1. X-Ray & Diagnosis

Mapping the shape of the root canals.

2. Local Anesthesia

Numbing the tooth completely.

3. Cleaning & Disinfection

Removing the infected nerve tissue.

4. Root Canal Filling

Sealing the roots with gutta-percha.

5. Tooth Restoration

Placing a core build-up filling.

6. Crown Placement

Protecting the tooth from future fracture.

Recovery & Aftercare

  • Avoid Hard Foods: Do not chew hard foods on the treated tooth until the final crown is placed.
  • Manage Sensitivity: Mild tenderness for a few days is normal; use prescribed over-the-counter painkillers.
  • Maintain Hygiene: Continue brushing and flossing around the tooth gently to prevent new decay.

Treatment Charges

Clear & Transparent Pricing

Anterior (Front) Tooth RCT

Single root canal

NPR 5,000

Posterior (Back) Tooth RCT

Multi-root molar canal

NPR 6,500

Child RCT (Pulpectomy)

Primary/Baby teeth

NPR 3,500

* Note: The prices above reflect the root canal procedure and core filling. Because a root canal treated tooth becomes brittle, a Dental Crown is highly recommended to protect it. Crown charges are separate.

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Real Results

Clinical Gallery

See the technology and results behind our successful endodontic therapies.

Patient Stories

Relief from Pain

\"I was terrified of getting a root canal because of all the horror stories I'd heard. However, the team at Niko Dental was incredible. It honestly felt no different than getting a regular filling, and the excruciating pain I had was gone immediately.\"

J.K.
Janak K.

RCT & Crown Patient

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

This is the most common myth! A root canal doesn't cause pain; it relieves it. We use profound local anesthesia so you won't feel anything during the procedure. It is very similar to having a routine filling placed.

With our modern rotary equipment, most root canals can be completed in a single visit (about 60 to 90 minutes). Severe infections may require two visits to ensure the tooth is completely clean before sealing.

Yes, especially for back teeth. A tooth that has had a root canal no longer has a living blood supply, which makes it brittle over time. A crown covers and protects the tooth from fracturing when you chew.

Frequently Asked Questions

A standard root canal treatment usually takes between 60 to 90 minutes. Depending on the severity of the infection and the specific tooth (molars have more canals than front teeth), it may be completed in a single visit or split across two appointments to ensure the infection is completely cleared.

Root canal cost in Nepal varies based on the tooth affected and the complexity of the treatment. Front teeth generally cost less than molars. At Niko Dental in Kathmandu, we use advanced rotary endodontics for painless and highly successful root canals at an affordable price.

Modern root canal therapy is practically painless. We use highly effective local anesthetics to completely numb the area before beginning. In fact, a root canal eliminates the severe tooth pain caused by the internal infection. Patients typically compare the experience to getting a standard dental filling.

Don't Suffer in Silence

A severe toothache is a dental emergency. Contact us immediately to save your tooth and stop the pain.