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For what length of time can the tooth that have done root canal treatment last?

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Depends.....: The longevity will depend on how well it was performed, the quality of the restoration and how you take care of the tooth. An endodontist will in general get a better result, especially with molars. A well placed crown or onlay will lower fracture potential, no post or a flexible post will lower root fracture and good hygiene will lower recurrent decay. I have seen 50+ year old rcts.

Answered 8/24/2013

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Your lifetime: If a root canal treatment is done well and the tooth is intact and restored well, people often keep these teeth their entire life.

Answered 9/5/2013

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Can last for life: It's possible that a tooth that had a root canal to last for life.

Answered 4/24/2015

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