Save an infected tooth and relieve pain without extraction
Root Canal Treatment (RCT)
Painless, single- or multi-sitting root canal treatment to remove infection from inside a damaged tooth, relieve pain, and preserve your natural tooth with a protective crown.
Procedures
More Dental & Maxillofacial Surgery procedures
Choose a procedure to see details, or book an appointment with a verified specialist.
Procedure time
45–90 minutes per sitting
Anaesthesia
Local anaesthesia
Hospital stay
Outpatient (same-day)
Recovery
1–3 days
Overview
What to expect from Root Canal
When decay or injury reaches the soft pulp inside a tooth, it can cause severe pain and infection. Root canal treatment removes the infected pulp, cleans and disinfects the canals, and seals them — saving the tooth instead of removing it.
MedVocs' dentists use modern rotary instruments and local anaesthesia to make the procedure comfortable, usually finishing the treatment with a crown to protect and strengthen the restored tooth.
Benefits
Why patients choose this procedure
- Saves your natural tooth instead of extracting it
- Relieves the pain caused by pulp infection
- Modern rotary techniques for faster, more comfortable treatment
- Often completed in one or two sittings
- Restored with a crown for long-term strength
Why Choose MedVocs
- Experienced dentists and endodontists in the MedVocs network
- Local anaesthesia for a virtually painless procedure
- Clear treatment plan and cost estimate upfront
- Crown and follow-up care coordinated in one place
How to prepare (before surgery)
- Attend a pre-surgery consultation where your surgeon reviews your history, examines you, and explains the procedure and expected outcome.
- Complete any pre-operative tests advised — such as blood tests, ECG, or imaging — so you can be confirmed fit for surgery.
- Tell your surgeon about all medicines you take (especially blood thinners like aspirin), and any allergies — some may need to be paused before surgery.
- Eat lightly and stay hydrated unless your surgeon advises otherwise — prolonged fasting is usually not required.
- Arrange for a family member or friend to accompany you and take you home after the procedure.
What happens during the procedure — step by step
- 1
You are positioned comfortably and the anaesthesia is administered so you feel no pain during surgery.
- 2
The surgeon makes a small, precise incision and treats or removes the affected tissue.
- 3
Care is taken to control bleeding and protect surrounding healthy structures throughout.
- 4
The incision is closed with sutures or surgical glue and dressed, and you are moved to recovery.
Recovery & what to expect afterwards
- You are observed in a recovery area for a few hours and, in most cases, discharged the same day once you are stable.
- Most patients return to light daily activities within a recovery window of about 1–3 days, depending on individual healing.
- You will receive clear instructions on wound care, medication, diet, and activity, plus a scheduled follow-up to review your progress.
Aftercare & precautions
- Take prescribed medicines (including any antibiotics or pain relief) exactly as directed, and keep the surgical area clean and dry.
- Avoid heavy lifting, strenuous exercise, and driving until your surgeon confirms it is safe to resume them.
- Watch for warning signs — increasing pain, swelling, bleeding, discharge, or fever — and contact your care team promptly if they occur.
- Attend all follow-up appointments so healing can be checked and any stitches or dressings managed on time.
For reference information only. This page provides general guidance about Root Canal Treatment (RCT) and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Exact technique, anaesthesia, and recovery vary by patient and surgeon. Please consult a qualified specialist and confirm details with the MedVocs care team before deciding on any procedure.
FAQs
Common questions about Root Canal
Ready to discuss Root Canal?
Our care team is available seven days a week to help you book the right service, or answer any question before you decide.