Root canal treatment has a reputation for pain—but the reality is that modern root canals are meant to relieve pain, not cause it. So when a patient still feels discomfort days or even weeks after treatment, it can be confusing and concerning. As an endodontist, this is one of the most common questions I hear: “Is it normal that my tooth still hurts after a root canal?” The short answer: sometimes yes—but sometimes no. Here’s how to tell the difference. WHAT NORMAL PAIN AFTER