{"id":373,"date":"2023-11-07T16:04:12","date_gmt":"2023-11-07T16:04:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hickoryflatdentist.com\/blog\/?p=373"},"modified":"2023-12-12T15:31:39","modified_gmt":"2023-12-12T15:31:39","slug":"rousing-root-canals-how-long-do-they-take","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hickoryflatdentist.com\/blog\/2023\/11\/rousing-root-canals-how-long-do-they-take\/","title":{"rendered":"Rousing Root Canals: How Long Do They Take?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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No one wants to undergo a root canal<\/a>, but if you have a tooth that\u2019s severely damaged or decayed, it might be required for your oral health. If your dentist already informed you that you need this procedure, you may have some questions about what to expect. One common inquiry many patients have right away is about scheduling. You\u2019re probably wondering how long the procedure takes and what the usual timeline is for recovery. \u00a0Knowing this information can help you plan accordingly so that your responsibilities don\u2019t fall through the cracks during the process. Keep reading to learn more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Long Do Root Canals Usually Take?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Everyone\u2019s circumstances are unique so only your dentist can truly let you know how long they think your procedure will last. The length of the procedure itself varies somewhat based on the kind of tooth needing repair. You can safely estimate the following for each type of tooth:<\/p>\n\n\n\n