When do I need a root canal instead of a tooth extraction?
A root canal is recommended when the inner pulp of the tooth becomes infected or inflamed, but the tooth can still be preserved. Saving a natural tooth is usually the preferred option because it maintains normal chewing function and helps preserve surrounding teeth and bone. Dr. Rupali Karale carefully evaluates each case and recommends the most appropriate treatment based on the condition of the tooth.
Written by Dr. Rupali Karale, BDS (Vasant Dada Patil Dental College, Sangli - Shivaji University, 2001), MDS - Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics (Nair Hospital Dental College, Mumbai University, 2005), DNB - Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics (National Board of Examinations, New Delhi, 2007), Professor and Head of the Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, KLE Society's Institute of Dental Sciences, Bengaluru, Best Paper Award - 12th ISPRP National Conference (2019), Member - Academic Council and Board of Studies (PG), RGUHS, 30+ National and International Publications, Consultant Conservative Dentist and Endodontist. Phone: +91 94814 88247.