Do Root Canals Hurt?
In this video, experienced implant dentist Luz Cabrera, DMD, explains the minimal discomfort you can expect while undergoing root canal therapy.
A root canal is performed under local anesthesia, ensuring the procedure itself is not painful. Afterward, there might be some soreness in the treated area, which could last a few days, but it’s usually minimal and manageable with analgesics or anti-inflammatory medications.
Most of the time, patients find the root canal process to be quite straightforward and easy to handle.