You’ve been told you need a root canal. Now you’re wondering how long they’re going to strap you into that chair. It’s one of the most common root canal questions from patients beforehand — and the short answer is: it depends. Root canal procedure time can vary from dentist to dentist and from tooth to tooth, ranging anywhere from about 45 minutes to well over 90 minutes for the entire procedure in one sitting. Yes, root canals can take close to two hours. Let’s dive into exa