How long will the root canal procedure take?
A. Obviously the amount of time to do any work depends upon the complexity of the task. Teeth are like snowflakes. Each one is different, and each one presents its own set of hurdles including but not limited to root curvatures, calcifications, pulp stones, number of canals, tooth position, and type of restorations. Ideally we like to treat one patient at a time because our cases tend to be the most complex ones. We generally allow 2 to 1 and a half hours per patient. This gives us extra time to deal with complications that can not often be determined before the actual treatment starts. Since we allow a large block of chair time it is extremely important, and considerate, to confirm your appointment, and let us know if a certain time is inconvenient for you. Other patients in need of treatment will gladly fill an appointment that you cannot make.
