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Dental Conditions
Root Canals
Some people say root canals are painless,
while others say they hurt like crazy. What's the truth?
If I have a root canal, will I need a crown, too?
How many office visits will it take to complete a root canal?
Some people say root canals are painless, while others say they hurt like crazy. What's the truth?
Since you're numb when a root canal is performed, you probably won't feel anything during the procedure. Most people (about 75 percent) experience no discomfort after this procedure. The discomfort experienced by the remaining 25 percent is usually caused by the infection that made the root canal necessary, not by the root canal. You should receive medication to stop the infection and relieve any associated discomfort.
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If I have a root canal, will I need a crown, too?
Once the pulp of a tooth is removed, the remaining tooth structure is brittle and easily fractured. You will probably need a crown to protect the underlying tooth.
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How many office visits will it take to complete a root canal?
It depends on the location of the tooth, the number of root canals in the tooth, and how much infection is present. Root canal therapy generally takes between one and three appointments to complete. Since most root canals require the placement of a crown, you may need one or two more additional visits to have the crown fitted.
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