Front Tooth Root Canal Treatment in Chișinău

Our front tooth root canal treatment is a careful way to save a tooth when inflammation has reached the nerve but the tooth can and should still be saved.

We take the aesthetic zone (the teeth that show when you smile) into account, control every stage and explain how the treatment will affect the look of the tooth now and in the future.

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When you may need anterior root canal treatment

A front tooth aches constantly or reacts sharply to cold and hot

After a blow or injury the tooth "behaves strangely" for a long time: it aches, reacts and changes colour

Pain appears suddenly, even without chewing or pressure

The tooth had a large filling, and over time discomfort or sensitivity appeared

The tooth has turned dark or greyer than its neighbours

The pain comes and goes but never passes completely

In such situations the problem is often inside the tooth, in the canal.
Even if the pain temporarily eases, inflammation may remain and gradually make the condition of the tooth worse.

Result of the treatment

The pain and sensitivity go away

The tooth is saved and does not need to be removed

The risk of repeated inflammation goes down

The tooth can be fully restored with a filling or a crown

The look of the tooth stays natural

The aim of treatment is not just to fill the canal but to make the tooth stable for years.

Cost of front tooth root canal treatment

Treatment of a 1-canal tooth

7 230

MDL

Treatment of a 2-canal tooth

8 930

MDL

Before treatment begins, the doctor explains how many canals your tooth has, how much work is needed and what is included in the price.
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There are no unexpected extra charges along the way.

Does a front tooth hurt?

Book a consultation: the doctor will assess the condition of the tooth and explain whether you need anterior root canal treatment in your particular case.

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How anterior root canal treatment is done

Examination and diagnostics

The doctor assesses the condition of the tooth and root on an X-ray to understand the cause of the pain or darkening and to decide whether the tooth can be saved without complications in the future.

Anaesthesia

The procedure is done under local anaesthesia, so there is no pain. You do not feel sharp or unpleasant sensations, only light pressure.

Cleaning the canals

Inflamed tissue is removed from the tooth, and the canals are thoroughly cleaned and disinfected to remove the infection completely and keep it from returning.

Sealing the canals

The canals are tightly filled along their whole length with a special material so that bacteria cannot get in and the inflammation does not return.

Restoring the tooth

After treatment the doctor chooses how to restore the tooth, with a filling or a crown, so that it looks natural and does not differ from the other teeth in the aesthetic zone.

How long the treatment takes

In most cases the treatment takes 1-2 visits. The duration depends on the condition of the tooth and on whether there is inflammation. The doctor names the exact timing after the examination.

What happens if the canals are not treated

The pain may ease for a while but come back stronger

The infection spreads beyond the tooth into the area of the root and the bone

There is a risk of a cyst, an abscess or chronic inflammation

The tooth weakens, changes colour and may break

Over time the risk of losing the tooth grows

Treatment becomes more complex and more expensive

What could have been solved with standard root canal treatment may later need surgery, an implant or prosthetics.

Frequently asked questions about front tooth root canal treatment

Does front tooth root canal treatment hurt?

No. Treatment is done under local anaesthesia, so you do not feel pain. During the procedure you may feel only touch or pressure. After treatment there may be slight discomfort when biting, which is a normal reaction of the tissue and usually passes within a few days.

Can the tooth darken after anterior root canal treatment?

It can happen even after correct treatment. Darkening is more often linked to remnants of infected tissue or to old methods of treatment. When working on front teeth, we pay particular attention to the cleanliness of the canals and the way they are filled, and we choose materials and technique to lower the risk. A darkened tooth can be whitened from inside or covered with a veneer or a crown.

How long does a tooth last after anterior root canal treatment?

If the canals are well treated and the tooth is restored correctly, it can serve for many years. The lifespan depends less on the canals than on the quality of the restoration and the load on the bite.

Is a crown always needed after front tooth root canal treatment?

Not always. If the tooth is well preserved and the loss of tissue is minimal, it can be restored with a filling. A crown is recommended if the tooth is badly weakened or there is a risk of a chip. The doctor explains this individually after the anterior root canal treatment.

Can a canal be treated in one visit?

In some cases yes, especially if the inflammation is uncomplicated. But sometimes an extra stage with medicinal dressing of the canal is needed to remove the infection completely. The doctor explains in advance how many visits you will need.

Can I put off treatment if the pain has gone?

No. The pain often disappears because the nerve has died, but the infection keeps destroying the tissue near the root. Putting off treatment raises the risk of complications and of losing the tooth.

Does a front tooth hurt?

Book a consultation: the doctor will assess the condition of the tooth and explain whether it can be saved.

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