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Root Canal vs Tooth Extraction – Which is Better? | The Dental Crowns Noida

Root Canal vs Tooth Extraction – Which is Better? | The Dental Crowns Noida

One of the most common questions dentists hear: \”Doctor, should I save this tooth or just pull it out?\” This guide from The Dental Crowns, Noida helps you understand both options clearly so you can make the right decision.

Quick Comparison Table

Factor Root Canal Extraction
Saves natural tooth ✔ Yes ✖ No
Upfront cost (Noida) ₹5,000–₹8,000 ₹800–₹3,000
Long-term cost (with replacement) ₹13,000 (RCT+Crown) ₹25,000+ (Implant)
Pain level Painless (with anaesthesia) Painless (with anaesthesia)
Recovery 1–2 days mild soreness 3–7 days healing
Bone preservation ✔ Maintained ✖ Bone loss over time
Adjacent teeth affected ✔ No ✖ Can shift/tilt
Number of visits 1 (single-sitting at The Dental Crowns) 1

When Root Canal is the Right Choice

  • The tooth has deep decay reaching the nerve (pulp)
  • There is infection inside the tooth but the root is intact
  • The tooth is structurally sound enough to support a crown
  • It is a front tooth (visible when smiling) — aesthetics matter
  • The patient wants to avoid a gap and future implant cost

When Extraction May Be Necessary

  • The tooth is severely cracked below the gum line — unsaveable
  • Advanced bone loss around the tooth (severe periodontitis)
  • Wisdom tooth is impacted and causing repeated infections
  • Overcrowding requiring orthodontic treatment
  • The tooth is a baby (milk) tooth ready to fall naturally

The Real Cost Comparison Over 10 Years

Many patients choose extraction because it seems cheaper upfront. Here is the real 10-year picture:

  • Root Canal path: ₹5,000 (RCT) + ₹8,000 (crown) = ₹13,000 total — tooth preserved for 10–15 years
  • Extraction path: ₹1,500 (extraction) + ₹25,000 (implant later) = ₹26,500 total — and you still have an artificial tooth

Root canal is the more economical AND clinically superior choice in almost every case.

What Our Patients Say About Root Canal at The Dental Crowns

\”I had an amazing RCT experience — did not need any pain killer after treatment. Never had such a great experience before.\”
— Ayan Saha ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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