When most people hear the term “root canal,” they immediately think of pain. Sometimes it’s because they think the root canal itself is painful (it’s not!), and other times it’s due to the pain of infection. The truth is, you don’t have to be in agony to need a root canal. In fact, waiting until you’re in pain could make things much worse! Continue reading to learn what you should know about root canals, the associated pain, and why getting ahead of your treatment matters.
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