“Is anesthesia required for a root canal?”

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“Is anesthesia required for a root canal?”

I am a 30 year old female. I want to know if anesthesia is required for a root canal?

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**Dr. Harjot Kaur** Dentist Auburn, NY · Accepted Answer

Dr. Harjot Kaur Dentist Auburn, NY

Definitely yes !

**Yoan Suarez-Zayas** Dentist Saint Petersburg, FL · Accepted Answer

Yoan Suarez-Zayas Dentist Saint Petersburg, FL

Yes, it is.

**Dr. Max Kerr** Dentist Cedar Park, TX · Accepted Answer

Dr. Max Kerr Dentist Cedar Park, TX

If you want it done well, yes, local anesthetic is required.

**Dr. Noelle Dunn** Dentist Lorton, VA · Accepted Answer

Dr. Noelle Dunn Dentist Lorton, VA

Local anesthesia is required.

**Dr. Jason Di Blasi** Dentist Massapequa, NY · Accepted Answer

Dr. Jason Di Blasi Dentist Massapequa, NY

Local anesthesia is advised. General anesthesia or sedation is optional