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Understanding Root Cana...

It’s a common stereotype that getting a root canal will hurt, many people avoiding the process for months and even years in an attempt to forgo the root canal pain. But is this really a good option? Is a root canal really that painful? The truth is that avoiding a root canal will only...

Does a Root Canal Hurt?

When someone says “root canal,” most people shy away in fear. Thought of as the most painful, miserable dental procedure, the fear of getting hurt during a root canal keeps thousands away from the dentist every year. But should you really be scared about an impending root canal? Or is...

What Will My Root Canal...

It’s no secret that a root canal will cost a lot of money if you don’t have an insurance company that will cover the procedure. But what, exactly, can you expect to pay for this dental work? Even though prices vary from city to city, dentist to dentist, you can still get a pretty good...

Dealing with a Cavity B...

Even with good habits brushing and using mouthwash, there is always the chance that a cavity can develop, especially in between teeth. These spots are much harder to reach, can have stuck food in them, and require a lot of time and effort to thoroughly cover with appropriate hygiene. Even...

The Causes of and Treat...

A dead tooth is a tooth without a nerve inside it. There are a few reasons why the nerve dies, but it must be treated if the patient wants to save the tooth. Left untreated, a dead nerve can lead to a serious infection that causes a tooth abscess. When a tooth’s nerve dies, there are...

Root Canal Recovery

Recovering from a root canal is easier than most patients imagine. The actual recovery time varies, depending on how many visits to the dentist’s office the complete procedure takes. A majority patients report that the discomfort of a root canal is no worse than that of having a filling...