What to Expect During a Root Canal | Smile McKinney Dental Blog


What to Expect During a Root Canal

By Smile McKinney Dental · Published September 18, 2025

The Goal

Remove infection, relieve pain, and preserve your natural tooth.

Step-by-Step

  1. Diagnosis with digital imaging
  2. Local anesthesia & comfortable isolation
  3. Cleaning and shaping canals
  4. Sealing the canals
  5. Final restoration—often a dental crown

Aftercare

Mild tenderness for 1–2 days is common. Avoid chewing hard foods on the tooth until crowned.

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