Root canals have an unfair reputation; despite what you may have heard through the grapevine or seen in dramatized television shows, a root canal isn’t painful or scary at all! In fact, the treatment is often the best way to save a compromised tooth and keep it inside your mouth where it belongs. That said, there are still a few important things to consider throughout the process, especially following the procedure. Here are three things your dentist wants you to keep in mind to ensure that everything goes as planned.
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