The mere mention of a “root canal” often triggers a knee-jerk reaction of fear for many dental patients. Pop culture and outdated stories have painted this tooth-saving procedure as a nightmare scenario. However, the reality of modern endodontics is vastly different. At the Center for Dental Anesthesia in Alexandria, VA, we believe that misinformation shouldn’t…
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Root Canals: Saving Your Smile, One Tooth at a Time
Categories: Restorative Dentistry, Root canals
The phrase “root canal” can cause a wave of anxiety for many people. It has a reputation for being a painful and dreaded procedure. However, modern dentistry has transformed root canal therapy into a comfortable, effective treatment designed to save your natural tooth from extraction. It’s not the source of the pain; it’s the solution.…