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If your dentist recommends a root canal, you may be nervous about the procedure. There is a lot of misinformation circulating about this treatment, which can make some patients want to avoid it. Learning the truth about root canals will help you make the best decision for your oral health the next time you're at your local dental office.

What Your Dentist Wishes You Knew About Root Canal Myths

1. They’re Painful

Dentists use modern techniques and anesthetic technology to make this procedure simple and comfortable. Often times when a tooth requires root canal treatment it is because patients have an infection in the tooth, which is causing them pain.  So people usually associate the pain they were in leading up to the root canal procedure, as root canal pain.

2. It’s Best to Pull the Tooth Instead

DentistsA root canal is usually the last effort to save a tooth from being removed. A missing tooth causes the gum tissue and bone in the area to deteriorate and can lead to the surrounding teeth shifting and sagging into the space. Dentists perform a root canal to save the tooth and prevent those issues from occurring. 

3. They Cause Illnesses

Some patients worry that having an infected tooth treated will release bacteria and cause them to get sick or worsen existing health conditions. However, this isn’t the case. Bacteria will still be present until the tooth is treated; the tooth doesn't isolate the infection from the rest of your body. By leaving the infected tooth untreated, the infection will worsen leading to more complicated treatment such as tooth loss and possible systemic infections.

 

 

When you're due for a visit to the dentist, the team at Drs Emery & Scuro DMD, PC in Rochester, NY, will thoroughly exam your teeth and determine if a root canal is the best option for you. Serving Monroe County, they have over 35 years of experience offering affordable care for families and individuals. They perform an array of oral procedures, including root canals, teeth whitening, and implants. For a full list of services, visit their website and call (585) 247-7110 to schedule an appointment. 

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