How Many Sittings Does A Root Canal Take

It genuinely depends on the condition of the tooth, which is why you hear varying answers.

A straightforward case with no active pus or abscess can often be completed in a single sitting of 60–90 minutes. If there is a chronic infection with discharge present, the dentist needs to drain it first, medicate the canal, and return for a second (or sometimes third) sitting once the infection is under control.

Skipping this step to finish in one visit would risk sealing bacteria inside, which causes the problem to recur.

Your X-ray tells the dentist which situation you’re in before the first appointment even begins. A certified endodontist — a dentist who specialises specifically in root canal procedures — will make this call based on what they see clinically, not on what’s convenient.

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