META Endodontics Blog

In many cases, severe pain in your tooth is a sign that you need a root canal treatment. But what if the discomfort goes away on its own? Surely that means the problem has taken care of itself? Unfortunately, this likely isn’t the case; the pain might be gone, but the problem that initially caused it could still remain. Here’s a closer look at why you may still need to have root canal treatment performed even if your tooth no longer hurts.

A root canal treatment is not something that a lot of people look forward to. In fact, it’s not uncommon for patients to look for excuses to delay it, and others may choose to simply not have it performed at all. But if you want to maintain a healthy smile, then you can’t afford to put off the procedure any longer than necessary. Have you been told that you need a root canal treatment? Here’s why you should schedule it as soon as you can.

For some patients, being told you need a root canal can be a stressful experience, especially if you’ve heard some of the following misconceptions about this extremely beneficial treatment. Don’t let misinformation prevent you from getting the care you need. Here’s the truth about five common (untrue) myths about root canals!

While all endodontists are technically dentists, did you know that less than 3% of dentists are endodontists? Continue reading to learn more about some of the key differences between general dentists and endodontists, along with a few reasons why there’s perhaps no better choice than an endodontist when it comes to something like root canal treatment.