Because root canals have received such a bad reputation over the years, there are a lot of myths that surround this dental procedure. While many people believe that root canal therapy is painful, the truth is, it actually helps to eliminate an infected or abscessed tooth and save it from being extracted. Your dentist is here to dispel common myths and finally share the truth about root canal therapy.
Myth #1: Root Canals Are Painful
Root canals have long been associated with pain, and truthfully, if you need this treatment, it’s likely that you are experiencing pain. However, the discomfort you’re feeling is actually being caused by an infection inside the nerve of your tooth. Root canal therapy actually relieves your pain, eliminates your infection, and preserves your natural tooth structure.