{"id":522,"date":"2021-02-18T10:42:40","date_gmt":"2021-02-18T10:42:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/medinirvana.com\/blog\/?p=522"},"modified":"2021-02-18T10:42:40","modified_gmt":"2021-02-18T10:42:40","slug":"root-canal-treatment-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/medinirvana.com\/blog\/root-canal-treatment-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Root Canal Treatment in India"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have been experiencing sustained and excruciating pain in your teeth, it is likely because of an infected root canal. It is one of the most common reasons behind weakened teeth and gums, causing you to lose a tooth or two if the treatment isn\u2019t done on time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Root canal treatment in India is effective, inexpensive and has higher success rates. If you are planning a medical trip down to India, we\u2019d suggest you consider undergoing a root canal treatment aside from your overall dental checkup.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here, we are going to lay down every last detail that you likely need to know about root canal treatment in India.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feel free to skip ahead if one topic catches your eye<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#list_1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Things to Check before Considering a Medical Tour to India for Root Canal Treatment<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#list_2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Pre and Post Root Canal Treatment Care in India<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#list_3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Success Rates of Root Canal Treatment in India<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#list_4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Cost of Root Canal Treatment in India<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#list_5\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Why should you consider India for Root Canal Treatment?<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"#takeaway\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take Away<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"list_1\">1. Things to Check before Considering a Medical Tour to India for Root Canal Treatment<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since root canal treatment is not a major medical procedure, we\u2019d always suggest you pair the trip down to India to get your other vitals checked alongside the routine dental procedures. This can help you save a lot of money and get the right treatment that your body needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But, before you plan your medical trip to India for the root canal treatment, there are a few important factors that you need to tick off your checklist.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Make note of the important documents:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Previous reports and prescription from your consulting endodontist at home country<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scanned copies of passport (patient and attendant)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scanned copies of photograph<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Address proof of the patient<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">e-Medical visa<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health insurance (if any)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proof of the required funds for the treatment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recommendation letter from the hospital in India<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>General health:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are suffering from root canal infection quite frequently, it is likely that your general immunity needs to be bolstered. For the most part, it is important that you maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle before flying out to India to ensure that there aren\u2019t any further risks to your health. Following a strict schedule with the prescribed medications is also extremely important till you undergo the root canal treatment after reaching India.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Things to avoid:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid drinking alcohol or smoking cigarettes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid consuming sugary, sticky or chewy foods that can leave residues in your mouth<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-524\" src=\"https:\/\/medinirvana.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/root-canal-832x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Root Canal Treatment\" width=\"832\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/medinirvana.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/root-canal-832x1024.jpg 832w, https:\/\/medinirvana.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/root-canal-244x300.jpg 244w, https:\/\/medinirvana.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/root-canal-768x946.jpg 768w, https:\/\/medinirvana.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/root-canal-1248x1536.jpg 1248w, https:\/\/medinirvana.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/root-canal-1663x2048.jpg 1663w, https:\/\/medinirvana.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/root-canal.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 832px) 100vw, 832px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"list_2\">2. Pre and Post Root Canal Treatment Care in India<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The entire procedure of the root canal treatment stems from the initial consultation to the after-care after the treatment. Once you have arrived in India and settled down in your booked accommodation, the next thing to do is move ahead with the treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For your convenience, we have <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/root-canal#procedure\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sorted down the process into three distinct sections<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Pre-treatment care<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After reaching India, the treatment starts with the first face to face consultation with the endodontist.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They will likely check and assess the infected root canal and then ask for x-rays to be done to get a better assessment of the tooth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once the reports arrive, the patient is instructed with the general instructions in terms of diet and the things to avoid<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is often during the first or second consultation that the date for the root canal treatment is fixed<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>During the treatment<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the day of the treatment, there is not much the patient has to do.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just ensure that you bring along someone with you on the day of the treatment to drop and pick you up after the treatment\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The dentist generally starts the procedure with sedation, following which the pulp from the infected root canal is removed and a layer of topical antibiotics is applied\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once that is done, some form of temporary sealant is applied to seal the open root canal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sealant prevents the treated root canal from getting damaged by the saliva in the oral cavity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After a period of 2-3 days, permanent tooth restoration is done and the patient is usually advised to have it covered with a dental crown.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Post-treatment care<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some patients might experience mild soreness and swelling around the treated root canal once the numbing cream wears off<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To overcome the pain and swelling, the dentist prescribes the patient with some pain relievers and over the counter anti-inflammatory medications that they need to take on time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The patient is also instructed to brush and floss their teeth as normal to prevent the risks of food residue in the mouth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The patient needs to avoid consuming food for at least 2-3 hours after the treatment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The dentist suggests being on a liquid or semi-solid diet for a few days after the treatment to let the recovery happen quickly<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the temporary sealant inside the root canal wears off, it is important to consult the dentist immediately<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any kind of recurring pain or swelling needs to be taken seriously and you should consult your dentist if it prolongs over a week<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Recovery Timeline<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The recovery timeline after the root canal treatment is very subjective. Generally, the patient can get back to their normal life and regular activities after a day of the procedure. If the pain or discomfort exists even after a few days of the treatment, book an appointment with the dentists for an early follow-up.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A normal follow-up is generally done within a week after the treatment. During this consultation, the dentist assesses the treated area, gets some x-rays done to check the recovery.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Factors affecting the recovery<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Age of the patient<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extent of the treatment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expertise of the endodontist<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patient\u2019s immunity<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Precautions<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid eating sugary, crunchy or hard foods after the treatment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take your medications on time without any fail<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make timely follow-up consultations with the dentist after the treatment<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a id=\"link_1\" href=\"#ref_1\">[1]<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"list_3\">3. Success Rates of Root Canal Treatment in India<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since root canal treatment is so common and non-invasive, the success rate is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsbendo.com\/top-3-symptoms-of-a-root-canal-failure\/#:~:text=Root%20canal%20therapy%20is%20generally,procedure%2C%20or%20even%20years%20later.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">around 95%.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The success rate of the treatment is heavily influenced by the skills and experience of the consulting dentist, the available technologies in the hospital and the overall recovering ability of the patient along with the extent of the treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In India, you wouldn\u2019t have to worry about any shortcomings because the country is home to the finest range of hospitals and trained teams of experienced endodontists.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a id=\"link_2\" href=\"#ref_2\">[2]<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"list_4\">4. Cost of Root Canal Treatment in India<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of root canal treatment in India can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medifee.com\/treatment\/root-canal-treatment-cost\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">start from as low as <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD 150\u00a0 per session and then go up as high as USD 300.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These rates are tentative and will vary depending on several factors including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hospital charges\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consultation charges of the endodontist<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extent of the treatment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">City where the treatment is being done (Chennai and Hyderabad have cheaper rates than Mumbai and Delhi, for example)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a id=\"link_3\" href=\"#ref_3\">[3]<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"list_5\">5. Why should you consider India for Root Canal Treatment?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Well, if all the reasons above weren\u2019t enough to convince you to choose India for your root canal treatment, here are a few more reasons.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finest range of hospitals with cutting-edge technology<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Team of experienced and highly-skilled endodontists<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ease of communication<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ease of acquiring a medical visa<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cost-effective treatment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-quality service<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best hospital and infrastructure<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foreign exchange<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personalized care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proper safety during Covid<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patient confidentiality<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Higher success rates<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"takeaway\">Take Away<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Root canal infection is a condition that shouldn\u2019t be taken lightly. It is one of the main reasons why getting immediate and the right treatment for the infection is extremely important. Root canal treatment is a minimally invasive procedure, which is done with the utmost care in India. So, if you are planning on getting RCT, we\u2019d suggest you choose India for the same. At Medinirvana, we offer the absolute best resolutions to the people planning their medical tour to India.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>References<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a id=\"ref_1\" href=\"#link_1\">1^<\/a> <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/root-canal#procedure\" rel=\"nofollow\"><b>Pre and Post Root Canal Treatment Care in India<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Healthline | February 18, 2021<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a id=\"ref_2\" href=\"#link_2\">2^<\/a> <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsbendo.com\/top-3-symptoms-of-a-root-canal-failure\/#:~:text=Root%20canal%20therapy%20is%20generally,procedure%2C%20or%20even%20years%20later.\" rel=\"nofollow\"><b>Success Rates of Root Canal Treatment in India<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> NSBendo | February 18, 2021<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a id=\"ref_3\" href=\"#link_3\">3^<\/a> <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medifee.com\/treatment\/root-canal-treatment-cost\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><b>Cost of Root Canal Treatment in India<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Medifee | February 18, 2021<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you have been experiencing sustained and excruciating pain in your teeth, it is likely because of an infected root canal. It is one of the most common reasons behind weakened teeth and gums, causing you to lose a tooth or two if the treatment isn\u2019t done on time. 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