How common is milk-tooth decay in Nepal?
WHO estimates for 2019 show untreated decay in 51.2% of milk teeth in children aged 1–9 in Nepal, and WHO rates fluoride toothpaste as unaffordable there (WHO Nepal oral health profile, 2022).
What does a child's root canal cost?
| Treatment | Price (NPR) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Children's root canal (milk tooth) | NPR 3,000 |
Prices last updated: 24 October 2026. Your exact cost is explained and agreed before treatment starts.
Fluoride toothpaste: what the research says
Toothpaste with 1,000–1,500 ppm fluoride reduces tooth decay compared with non-fluoride toothpaste; for young children, the fluoride concentration should be balanced against the risk of fluorosis (Cochrane review, 2019). Ask the dentist which toothpaste suits your child's age.
Sugar and tooth decay
WHO recommends keeping free sugars below 10% of total energy, and ideally below 5% (about 25 g, or 6 teaspoons, a day), partly to reduce tooth decay (WHO guideline, 2015). Limit sugary snacks and drinks between meals, and don't put a baby to sleep with a bottle of milk or juice.
Frequently asked questions
What does a root canal on a baby tooth cost?
NPR 3,000 at Kashyap Dental & Aesthetics.
Which toothpaste is best for my child?
Toothpaste with 1,000–1,500 ppm fluoride reduces decay compared with non-fluoride toothpaste, but for young children the concentration should be balanced against the risk of fluorosis, so ask the dentist (Cochrane review, 2019).
Read next
Sources
- World Health Organization, Oral Health Nepal 2022 country profile. 2022
- Walsh T et al., Fluoride toothpastes of different concentrations for preventing dental caries. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2019
- World Health Organization, WHO calls on countries to reduce sugars intake among adults and children. 2015