Root canal treatment removes infected pulp from inside a tooth, disinfects the canals and seals them, so a badly decayed or abscessed tooth can be saved rather than extracted. At our Rajkot clinic most root canals are completed in a single sitting of 45–90 minutes using rotary endodontics, followed by a crown.
When you may need root canal treatment
- Persistent toothache, especially at night or on lying down.
- Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold long after the stimulus is removed.
- Swelling of the gum, a pimple-like boil, or a tooth that has darkened.
- Deep decay or a fracture that has reached the nerve.
How the treatment works at our clinic
- Digital X-ray & diagnosisWe confirm pulp involvement and measure canal length before starting.
- Anaesthesia & accessThe tooth is numbed and isolated with a rubber dam to keep the canal sterile.
- Cleaning & shapingRotary files remove infected tissue and shape the canals for a tight seal.
- Filling & crownCanals are sealed with gutta-percha and the tooth is protected with a crown.
Why have it done at Vinayak Multispeciality Dental Clinic
Dr. Rohan Thaker (MDS — Oral Pathology & Forensic Odontology) leads this treatment at the clinic, with 6 years of experience.
Every case begins with imaging and a written treatment plan that includes the cost, so you know what is happening and what it will total before treatment starts. Instruments are autoclaved and opened in front of you, and our team explains each step in Gujarati, Hindi or English — whichever you are most comfortable with.
The clinic is on Sadhu Vasvani Road near Patidar Chowk in Rajkot, a short drive from Kalawad Road, University Road and the Race Course area, with parking available on site.
Questions about root canal treatment
Is root canal treatment painful?
No. The pain patients associate with root canals is the infection, not the procedure. The tooth is fully numbed during treatment and most people report relief within a day of the appointment.
How many visits does a root canal take?
Most uncomplicated cases are finished in one sitting. Teeth with active infection or abscess may need two visits so medication can act between appointments.
Do I really need a crown after a root canal?
Yes for back teeth. A treated tooth becomes brittle, and a crown prevents the vertical fracture that is the single most common reason a root-canal-treated tooth is eventually lost.