It's normal to experience mild to moderate pain for a few days after a root canal. Any pain beyond this point may warrant additional cleaning of the canals or other procedures from your dentist.

Is it normal to be in pain after root canal?

Some Minor Pain Is Normal After Root Canal Treatment

If you have had a root canal in the last few days and you're experiencing some minor pain, discomfort, and inflammation, this is nothing to worry about. This is normal and a relatively common issue.

Does finishing a root canal hurt?

A root canal is considered a serious treatment but for most people, it's not more painful than a standard cavity filling procedure. It's also far less painful than letting a damaged tooth or infection continue to get worse.