Hearing that you need a root canal can invoke anxiety and fear, as it does for many patients. This is because the procedure is notorious due to its portrayals in movies and media, but the reality is that it’s not quite as scary as it’s made out to be! In fact, for many patients, root canal treatment erases toothaches and severe pain brought on by infection, in addition to allowing you to preserve your natural dental structure. All good things! After your procedure is complete, you’ll undergo a short root canal recovery time, but it’s nothing to be worried about. Read on to learn what to expect as you heal from your treatment.
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