A root canal's goal is simple: eliminate infection and save a tooth. It's not the nightmare it's made out to be.

Although there are several factors that may lead to a root canal, there are also ways to minimize your risk — with a few lifestyle changes.

A root canal is a dental procedure that gets rid of damage in your tooth’s roots while preserving your natural tooth. Root canals become necessary when infection or inflammation develops in the soft ...

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Root canals treat infected or damaged pulp tissue to save the tooth. Success relies on patient-specific factors—not just technical skill. Technology like microscopes and 3D imaging improves outcomes.

Have you ever winced when sipping a cold drink, eating ice cream, or brushing your teeth? You’re not alone. Tooth sensitivity ...

A root canal is a procedure designed to remove infected or inflamed pulp from inside the tooth. The pulp contains nerves and ...

Nobody wants to hear those two words from their dentist: “root canal.” The procedure has such a bad reputation that people use it as a metaphor for anything unpleasant and painful. But here’s some ...

Diet: Stick to soft foods for the first few days, avoiding hot liquids and foods that may irritate the extraction site. Oral ...