I just wanted to welcome you to Neuro Talk. Bryanna is tops, no question about it. Regarding your own situation, that first dentist wasn't straight up and honest with you. Glad you had those teeth out. As far as healing duration, I don't believe it will take long at all. Bryanna will answer I am sure. I had my own RC teeth removed, as there is no such thing as an inactive infection. No RC tooth is a good one. Get well soon. ginnie