Endodontics

The root canal has become a punchline of many jokes. You’ve probably heard someone compare it to extremely unpleasant activities. “I’d rather have a root canal,” people exclaim. But what exactly is a root canal? Is it as bad as people say? A root canal is a fairly common dental procedure that helps restore a decayed tooth. […]

Determining if you need a root canal will require confirmation from a dentist. A root canal is necessary when the soft inner portion of your tooth (pulp) becomes infected, inflamed, or is otherwise injured. Damage to the pulp of your tooth may result from a variety of conditions, including tooth decay resulting from an untreated