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Of all the procedures in dentistry, the humble root canal<\/a> has the biggest reputation problem. Even mentioning them in good company will make someone wince. But does this restorative treatment deserve the hate? Not exactly. Much of the fear surrounding them comes from outdated information and pop culture\u2014not reality. If your dentist has recommended a root canal, here are four myths you shouldn\u2019t give a second thought.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Myth #1: Root Canals Are Extremely Painful<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is the big one, and it’s simply not accurate anymore. Modern root canal treatment is performed under local anesthesia, and most patients report that the procedure feels similar to getting a filling. The pain most people associate with root canals today is actually the infection\u2019s doing. Root canals don\u2019t add to your discomfort\u2014they relieve pain by removing the source.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #2: It’s Better to Just Extract the Tooth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Extraction might seem like a cheaper, easier option, but saving your natural tooth is almost always preferable. When a tooth goes missing, it can lead to shifting, bone loss, and bite problems over time. A root canal keeps your natural tooth in place, so it can continue serving you well for decades to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #3: Root Canals Cause Illness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Every once in a while, this claim comes up again, circulating in online forums and social media groups. However, it\u2019s based on bad science, usually traced back to a debunked study from the early 1900s. Modern research has found no credible link between root canal treatment and systemic illness. In fact, removing a dental infection through a root canal can actually support your overall health rather than harming it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #4: Root Canals Require Multiple Long Appointments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While it\u2019s true that complexity can vary depending on which tooth is involved and the extent of the infection, most procedures are fairly fast. In fact, many root canals are completed in a single visit. What many patients confuse with a long, drawn-out process is actually just standard practice for lab-made dental crowns. If your tooth needs to be protected after the procedure, your customized crown can take a couple of weeks to craft and ship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you’re on your dentist’s schedule for a root canal or just dreading it, the best thing you can do is educate yourself. The procedure is routine, effective, and far more comfortable than its reputation suggests. Still have questions? Let your dentist know. They\u2019ll be happy to ease your mind so you can find relief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Roswell Modern Dentistry<\/a>, Dr. Kakadia<\/a> and Dr. Kataria<\/a> provide comfortable, effective root canal treatment to help patients in Roswell, GA save their natural teeth and get out of pain. If you\u2019re experiencing a distracting toothache that\u2019s putting your life on hold, give us a call at (770) 525-9140. We\u2019ll be waiting to care for your smile.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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