One of the most common questions patients ask before their appointment is: how long does a root canal take? The answer depends on the tooth type, complexity of the canals, and whether single or multi-sitting treatment is chosen.
RCT Duration by Tooth and Method
| Treatment | Approximate Duration |
|---|---|
| Single-canal tooth (front tooth), single sitting | 45–60 minutes |
| Multi-canal tooth (molar), single sitting | 75–90 minutes |
| Multi-sitting RCT (Visit 1) | 45–60 minutes |
| Multi-sitting RCT (Visit 2–3) | 30–45 minutes each |
What Happens During Each Visit?
Visit 1: Diagnosis, anaesthesia, access opening, pulp removal, canal shaping and initial irrigation. A temporary filling is placed.
Visit 2 (if multi-sitting): Further cleaning, irrigation with medicated solutions, and in some cases, obturation (canal sealing).
Final visit: Obturation, post and core if needed, and crown preparation.
Factors That Can Extend Treatment Time
- Calcified or curved canals
- Large periapical abscess requiring drainage
- Re-treatment of a previously root-canalled tooth
- Complex molar anatomy (4+ canals)
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