# Is root canal treatment painful?

Reviewed by [Dr. Rekha Pandey, BDS (NMC 38136)](https://kashyapdental.com.np/dr-rekha-pandey)

**Short answer:** Root canal treatment is done under local anaesthesia, so most patients feel pressure rather than pain, and it usually relieves the toothache that brought them in. Mild soreness for a few days afterwards is normal. At Kashyap Dental & Aesthetics in Butwal, root canal treatment is done by Dr. Rekha Pandey (BDS) and costs from NPR 8,000.

## What will I feel during the treatment?

The area is numbed with a local anaesthetic, so you stay awake but do not feel pain. Most patients feel pressure rather than pain.

## How will my tooth feel afterwards?

Your jaw and face may feel numb for several hours while the anaesthetic wears off. Mild soreness for a few days is normal; contact us if swelling increases.

## How do I look after the tooth?

- Avoid chewing hard food on the tooth until the final restoration is placed
- Contact us if swelling increases
- A crown is often recommended afterwards to protect the tooth

## What are the signs I may need a root canal?

- Lasting toothache
- Pain on biting
- Sensitivity to hot or cold that lingers
- Swelling or a pimple on the gum
- A darkened tooth

## What does it cost?

| Treatment | Price (NPR) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| [Root canal (RCT), single visit](https://kashyapdental.com.np/root-canal) | NPR 10,000 | A crown is usually advised afterwards |
| [Root canal (RCT), multiple visits](https://kashyapdental.com.np/root-canal) | NPR 8,000–12,000 |  |
| [Children's root canal (milk tooth)](https://kashyapdental.com.np/pediatric-dentistry) | NPR 3,000 |  |

Prices last updated: 24 October 2026. Your exact cost is explained and agreed before treatment starts.

## Frequently asked questions

### Is root canal better than extraction?

Keeping your natural tooth is usually better for chewing and for the neighbouring teeth. Extraction may be needed if the tooth cannot be saved.

### How many visits does a root canal take?

Typically one to three visits.

## Read next

- https://kashyapdental.com.np/root-canal
- https://kashyapdental.com.np/toothache
- https://kashyapdental.com.np/prices
- https://kashyapdental.com.np/dr-rekha-pandey

## Sources

- [NHS: Root canal treatment](https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/root-canal-treatment/)

Last updated: 24 Oct 2026

## Clinic details
- **Kashyap Dental & Aesthetics**, Butwal (काश्यप डेन्टल एन्ड एस्थेटिक्स)
- Address: Tilottama Path (Hospital Line), near Gastrocare, Butwal 32907, Lumbini Province, Nepal (तिलोत्तमा पथ (हस्पिटल लाइन), ग्यास्ट्रोकेयर नजिक, बुटवल). On Hospital Line (Tilottama Path), next to Gastrocare. Plus code MFX8+29 Butwal.
- Phone / WhatsApp: +977 974-3679953 (https://wa.me/9779743679953)
- Email: kashyapdcaa@gmail.com
- Opening hours: every day, 8 AM–6 PM
    - Sunday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
    - Monday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
    - Tuesday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
    - Wednesday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
    - Thursday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
    - Friday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
    - Saturday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Payment: Cash, eSewa, Khalti, Fonepay / bank QR, debit and credit cards
- Doctors: Dr. Rekha Pandey, BDS (NMC 38136), performs every treatment except braces and aligners; Dr. Madhav Pandey, MDS Orthodontics (NMC 15670), plans and treats every braces and clear aligner case.
- Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?cid=2552023128400234002
- Prices: https://kashyapdental.com.np/prices
- Book an appointment: https://kashyapdental.com.np/book

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