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Save Your Tooth: Root Canal Treatment in Bukit Panjang
Persistent throbbing pain or sensitivity? Root canal therapy removes the infection, stops the pain—and lets you keep your natural tooth instead of losing it to extraction.
Root Canal Treatment Cost in Bukit Panjang
$300 – $1,200
Front teeth ($300–$600) are simpler than molars ($800–$1,200) due to root complexity.
Severe infections may require extended treatment time or additional appointments, increasing cost.
Single-visit RCT costs more upfront but saves time; multi-visit is spread over 2–3 appointments.
A crown ($800–$1,500) is essential after RCT to prevent tooth fracture. Budget this separately.
| Option | Cost |
|---|---|
| Front Tooth Single-Visit RCT | $300–$600 |
| Molar Multi-Visit RCT (2–3 appointments) | $600–$1,000 |
| Severely Infected Molar with Complications | $1,000–$1,200 |
Prices are indicative. Contact clinics directly for current quotes.
Root Canal Treatment: Step-by-Step What to Expect
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Consultation & X-Ray Assessment
15–20 minutesYour dentist takes a detailed history of your pain, performs a visual exam, and orders an X-ray or CBCT scan to confirm infection and map the tooth's root canals. This is painless and guides the entire treatment plan.
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Local Anesthesia & Isolation
10 minutesThe tooth and surrounding area are numbed with local anesthetic. A rubber dam isolates the tooth from saliva and bacteria, ensuring a clean, dry working environment. You will feel pressure but no sharp pain.
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Pulp Removal & Canal Cleaning
30–45 minutesThe dentist creates an access hole in the crown of the tooth and uses specialized files to carefully remove the infected or dead pulp tissue. The canals are shaped and cleaned to remove bacteria. This is the core of the procedure.
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Filling & Sealing
15–20 minutesOnce canals are cleaned and dried, they are filled with biocompatible gutta-percha (a rubber-like material) and sealer cement to prevent re-infection. A temporary filling seals the access hole.
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Post-RCT Restoration (Crown)
Scheduled in separate appointmentWithin 2–4 weeks, the tooth is crowned to restore strength and prevent fracture. A root-canal-treated tooth is now weaker and vulnerable without a crown. This final step ensures longevity.
Are You a Candidate for Root Canal Treatment?
Good candidates
- Experiencing severe, throbbing tooth pain or constant sensitivity to hot/cold that lasts more than 30 seconds after stimulus removal.
- Dentist has identified deep decay, infection (abscess), or inflammation on X-ray but the tooth structure is still salvageable.
- Willing and able to commit to 2–4 weeks of treatment plus crown placement to preserve the natural tooth.
- Free from severe systemic conditions (uncontrolled diabetes, immunosuppression) that would compromise healing, or willing to discuss management with your dentist.
May need extra assessment
- Heavily calcified canals (visible on X-ray)—may require referral to endodontist or specialist for advanced techniques.
- Vertical root fracture or severe periodontal disease affecting the tooth—extra assessment to determine if RCT is viable or extraction is safer.
- Previous failed RCT or re-treatment case—specialist consultation recommended to assess root anatomy and infection recurrence risk.
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