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A 62-year-old male asked:

How many visits does it take for molar root canal? i visited the same dentist more than10 times and still the tooth is sore. i went to a different doctor to get it sealed but it is still painful. what should i do?

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Dr. Daniel Rubenstein
Dr. Daniel Rubensteinanswered
Dentistry 53 years experience
Root canal: Most endodontists ( root canal specialists) complete root canals in one visit. Sometimes complications will require a second visit. At this point you should have the tooth re-evaluated by an endodontist.
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Dr. Bruce Pope
Dr. Bruce Pope commented
Dentistry 47 years experience
Unseen cracks in the root will not heal even with a root canal and the tooth will need to be extracted
Jun 14, 2013
Dr. Daniel Rubenstein
Dr. Daniel Rubenstein commented
Dentistry 53 years experience
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I agree. A fracture in the root would exhibit chronic pain and is not repairable.
Sep 30, 2013
Dr. Pooja Saroha
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Dentistry 17 years experience
Typically 2-3: It takes 2-3 appointments to finish a molar endo/ rct. It might take longer if the infection is persistant or any endo surgery is needed. 10 is still a high number. Are you sure it is to finish the rct and not post, core crown etc.
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Specialist : If your dentist is unable to do your rootcanal than you need to see an endodontist. Your dentist must have a referral network so ask them.
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