What Are Root Canals
Root canals often get a bad reputation, but the truth is they are one of the most effective ways to save a damaged tooth and relieve pain. When the inside of a tooth becomes infected or inflamed, a root canal treatment gently removes the problem and restores your natural smile—without the need for an extraction. Our goal is to make the process as comfortable and stress-free as possible.
Why You Might Need a Root Canal
A root canal is typically recommended when the soft tissue inside your tooth, known as the pulp, is infected due to deep decay, repeated dental procedures, or trauma. Common signs you may need one include:
- Severe tooth pain when chewing
- Sensitivity to hot or cold that lingers
- Swollen gums around the tooth
- Darkening of the tooth
Root Canals Myths: Busted!
Truth Behind Veneers
Only teeth that hurt need root canals.
Fact
Some infected teeth may not hurt at all but still require treatment to prevent spreading infection.
Root canals make teeth weak and brittle.
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A crown is usually placed after the procedure, restoring full strength and protection to the tooth.
Root canal recovery takes weeks.
Fact
The procedure is typically quick and comfortable, with little to no discomfort thanks to numbing and modern techniques.
Root canals don’t last long.
Fact
With proper care, a tooth that has undergone root canal therapy can last a lifetime.
Root canals are extremely painful.
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Thanks to modern anesthesia and techniques, root canals are usually no more uncomfortable than getting a filling.
Root canals kill the tooth.
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The tooth is not “dead” after treatment. It is preserved, cleaned, and sealed, and it remains functional.