Root Canal Treatment Under the Microscope: Your tooth is worth saving.

Root canal treatment is the last and most important step to save an inflamed tooth and protect it from extraction. With us, this means: maximum precision, minimal pain, and the highest success rates.

We perform endodontic treatment using modern microscopy and digital measurement methods. This makes it possible to find and completely clean even the finest, branched root canals. Your tooth receives the best chance to remain stable and healthy in your jaw long-term. Tooth preservation is always our highest priority.

Our practice is located only about 20 minutes from Zurich Airport and 1 minute from Jestetten SBB train station (S9, S65).

Give Your Tooth the Best Chance for Long-Term Preservation.

The preservation of your natural tooth is our absolute priority. We only remove a tooth if it can no longer be saved by other means, such as root canal treatment. We advise you transparently on your options.

Dr. Sebastian Horvath bespricht mit einem Patienten die digitale 3D-Planung für Zahnimplantate in der Zahnarztpraxis Jestetten bei Zürich.

High-Tech Endodontics: How we secure your tooth long-term.

The quality of a root canal treatment depends on precision. We utilize state-of-the-art technologies that go far beyond standard treatment to ensure long-term inflammation-free health.

Digital length measurement

We use high-precision digital methods to determine the exact length of the root canal, which prevents overfilling or underfilling and ensures healing.

In a patient with a pronounced infection and a cyst in the anterior region, X-rays and CBCT showed the extent of the findings. We performed root canal treatment on the lateral incisor and root tip resection on the previously treated central incisor. The root tip and cyst were removed and the canal was filled from the tip (marked in red). The stable result is still visible eight years after treatment.

Treatment Under the Dental Microscope

The core of our endodontics. The up to 25x magnification enables the visualization of the finest canals, which are impossible to find with the naked eye.

Gentle Preparation

Instead of manual files, we use flexible, machine-driven nickel-titanium instruments that thoroughly and gently clean even severely curved canals.

Desinfektion der Wurzelkanäle während einer Wurzelkanalbehandlung – sorgfältige Reinigung zur Entfernung von Bakterien und Entzündungen.

Protection and Sterility

The tooth is completely isolated during treatment by OptraDam (a dental dam developed by us) to protect it from saliva and bacteria.

Frontzahnisolation mit OptraDam, dem dreidimensionalen Kofferdam

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Your Roadmap to Pain-Free Healing: Preservation through Precision.

We guide you in a few clear steps to healing and to the permanent securing of your tooth:

Step 1

Precise Diagnostics & Explanation

We analyze the inflammation using X-rays (if necessary) and clearly explain the chances of success. We ensure immediate, effective pain elimination before starting.

Dr. Domonkos Horvath bespricht eine Fallplanung für eine Zahnsanierung mit einem Patienten und seiner Ehefrau. Der Fall wird an einem iPad dargestellt.

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Step 2

Cleaning Under the Microscope

The tooth is isolated. Using the X-ray and the magnification of the microscope, the canals are opened, flushed, and cleaned and disinfected with machine-driven instruments down to the tip.

Step 2

A patient presented with pain in a tooth that had already undergone root canal treatment. The X-ray showed an inadequate filling. With the help of a CBCT image, we discovered an additional root that had previously been overlooked. This discovery enabled us to perform a successful revision, as documented by the images shown.

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Step 3

Bacterially Sealed Filling

The cleaned canals are sealed with a biocompatible material to prevent bacterial ingress. This is the key to preventing re-inflammation.

Röntgenbild einer idealen Wurzelkanalbehandlung an Zahn 26 in der Praxis Dr. Horvath in Jestetten nahe Zürich

Step 3

The X-ray shows the first molar on the upper left (tooth 26) after successful root canal treatment. The white lines in the roots indicate the dense fillings. In the graphic representation, the roots are outlined, the root fillings are marked in red, and the access to the root canal system is highlighted in blue, making the result easy to understand.

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Step 4

Final Stabilization

A root-treated tooth is susceptible to fracture. We almost always recommend a protective crown or partial crown to ensure the tooth remains stable in the long term.

Perfektes Lächeln einer Patientin nach Behandlung bei Dr. Horvath, Spezialist für Veneers und Zahnästhetik, in der Zahnarztpraxis nahe Zürich.

Step 4

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FAQ

What patients ask us most frequently.

"Isn't root canal treatment very painful?"

No. Thanks to modern anesthetics and the rapid removal of the inflamed nerve, the treatment itself is pain-free. If you visit us with tooth pain, our first focus is on immediately eliminating the pain.

"How often do I have to come in for root canal treatment?"

Usually, one session is sufficient. In complex revision cases or highly acute infections, we plan two sessions to achieve a reliable result.

"I received a root canal treatment at another practice but am not satisfied with the result. Can you correct faulty or unsatisfactory prior treatments?"

Yes, these cases are an important part of our specialization. We often receive inquiries from patients who are not satisfied with the aesthetic or functional outcome, such as a root canal treatment, at their previous practice. Thanks to our interdisciplinary expertise and our high-tech equipment, we specialize in analyzing complex or faulty preliminary work and planning a new, permanently stable, and aesthetic solution. Start with a well-founded second opinion from us.

"Isn't it easier to just have the tooth pulled?"

Preserving your natural tooth should always be the ultimate goal and is always our priority. It is the best space holder for your bone and the most stable foundation. An extraction and subsequent replacement with an implant is more complex, more expensive, and less conservative of the tooth substance. We save what can be saved.

"Do I still need a crown after the treatment?"

Yes, in most cases. A root-treated tooth is brittle. To protect the tooth from breaking (especially when chewing) and to permanently seal it, we recommend an aesthetic full ceramic crown or partial crown.

Real experiences

What our patients say

Sebastian Stadler

11/2025

I can wholeheartedly recommend this state-of-the-art practice, and I would like to express my special thanks to the wonderful team for their professional help and advice. My appointment request was accepted at very short notice, and Dr. Horvath performed my root canal treatment almost painlessly and very quickly. The clarity of the costs and the correspondence from the practice reception are second to none! Thank you very much for everything!!! Best regards, Sebastian Stadler

Patric Maurer

09/2025

I have known the practice and the dental team for a long time and can wholeheartedly recommend them! The practice is always up to date and focuses on innovation, which I personally like very much. They also have high standards, which I noticed right from the start when I first contacted them.

Mario Musumeci

12/2022

Choosing Dr. Horvarth for my complete dental restoration was one of my best decisions. Dr. Horvarth is not only a personable and upbeat person but also a great specialist in his field. I hardly had any pain during the whole treatment. I am very satisfied and overjoyed with the result. I felt that I was in good hands at the practice. Big praise and thanks to the whole team.

Irene Mazenauer

01/2024

Once again I was looked after in a wonderful way in the ultra-modern & professional practice of Dr. Horvath. The extensive specialist knowledge, the modern treatment methods and the efficiency of the staff and Dr. Horvath personally are particularly impressive.

Here, even a visit to the dentist is a pleasure every time and the end result is more than satisfactory!

I can warmly recommend the Horvath dental practice 100%!

Amanda Portmann

10/2023

I luckily found Dr. Horvath's family dental practice on the Internet and the website really appealed to me.

I am a very critical and sensitive person and I had a dental phobia. I actually only wanted to have a dental filling, but when I made my first appointment with Dr. Sebastian Horvath, I felt very comfortable and competently advised. I therefore had a lot of confidence and decided to have a complete dental restoration: Two bridges, 8 implants and all teeth re-crowned.

It has been very worthwhile for me because it is a great new quality of life for my overall health.

I am very happy and glad that I entrusted myself to Dr. Sebastian Horvath. He has exceeded my expectations. I am very grateful to Dr. Sebastian Horvath and his highly qualified team.

Anyone who finds Dr. Sebastian Horvath can count themselves lucky!

I am very happy.

With gratitude, A. Portmann

Ursula Keller

02/2024

As a patient of Dr. Horvath, I can only share the best experiences. From the first appointment to the end, everything went as discussed. Also the good care, the honest trust makes every procedure successful.
I thank Dr. Horvath and the whole team very much that I can count myself among your patients.

Helena Burg

07/2023

Can't recommend it enough!

Background: I have struggled with a problem molar since I was a teenager and have seen several dentists over the years. I had this tooth removed and an implant placed in my home country. Corona came and due to travel restrictions the treatment was delayed, resulting in the implant healing in the wrong position and the tooth behind it cracking, making it impossible to attach a crown to it.

The solution: Dr. Horvath was able to come up with a long-term plan to solve the problem once and for all, and with the help of his lovely wife, we were able to create the necessary space for a crown, remove the implant, and place a brand new, custom-made bridge that was 3D printed literally in three hours. Part of it while I was pregnant.

This is a family practice that really cares about its patients. I have often come to my appointments alone with my baby and have always been warmly welcomed. Everything is planned so that it can be done in as few appointments as possible. As an expat in Switzerland, the reason I originally had treatment done in my home country was the cost of dentistry here. My treatment with Dr. Horvath (including an orthodontic treatment with his wife to align the teeth before the final bridge placement) was mostly covered by my supplementary health insurance in Switzerland, and in the end the whole treatment (including the aesthetic orthodontic treatment!) was cheaper than if I had traveled to my home country to have it done. I was missing a tooth for almost 5 years, and Dr. Horvath gave me brand new teeth in just a few hours :)

If you are considering going to Dr. Horvath for a checkup, stop thinking and just do it! I guarantee you won't regret it!!!

Daniel Hug

07/2023

Excellent work, modern and efficient, reliable, friendly, highly recommended in every respect!

Stefan Hauser

07/2023

I have been with Dr. Horvath (senior and junior) for many years. Great doctors and team. The treatment is of the highest quality and utilizes the latest technology and expertise.

Philippe Zuminkon

07/2023

Flexible appointments arranged so that you waste as little time as possible so you don't come back. Excellent, friendly reception at the front desk, same goes for all the doctors and dental hygienists on staff. Dr. Sebastian Horvath was just great, professional, after a diagnosis of my dental situation everything was done in no time. Although I speak German, I was pleased to be welcomed and treated in English. Everything is high tech, probably a bit more expensive, but compared to dentist prices in Switzerland, which are neither insured nor prohibitive, the value for money is remarkable. All in all, it's a win-win relationship. Highly recommended and many thanks to the team at Horvarth

Best Philippe Zumikon

Sam Ammann

03/2023

The overall experience is indescribable. It has to be experienced.

I was lucky enough to find Dr. Sebastian Horvath as my dentist (30 minutes from Zurich). His competence and expertise are excellent and I feel I am in the best hands with him. He takes the time to explain EVERYTHING.

The practice itself is also impressive. State-of-the-art technology and equipment are in place and Dr. Horvath and his team use them to provide the best possible care. It's relaxing to know that I'm in good hands here.

I can only recommend Dr. Sebastian Horvath and his team. If you are looking for a competent and modern dental practice, you have definitely come to the right place. Thank you very much for the excellent care, Dr. Horvath!

Martin Strasser

08/2022

Professional competence, equipment of the practice, friendly staff. All in all, I feel very well looked after here. I have the utmost confidence in this practice. That's why I can only give it 5 stars!

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Last reviewed: December 13, 2025.

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Dentist and Certified Specialist in Prosthodontics (DGPro)

Root Canal Treatment Under the Microscope: Your tooth is worth saving.

Give Your Tooth the Best Chance for Long-Term Preservation.