The goal of good dentistry is to save the natural tooth whenever possible — and if severe damage or decay have gotten the better of one of yours, a root canal may be the best way to do that. But don’t worry, it’s probably not as bad as you’ve always heard. In fact, most people who’ve had one will tell you they’re nothing compared to the discomfort of the original toothache. Educate yourself on the procedure for root canal and you’ll be prepared when it’s time for yours — and you’ll see that really, it’s not as bad as you thought.

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