Root Canal Overview
If you need to get a root canal, then you might be a bit unsure about the procedure. To help assuage your fears, here is an overview of what a root canal is and why they are so important:
What is a root canal?
A root canal is a procedure that involves the surgical removal of dental pulp from a tooth. Before the procedure, you will likely be given anesthesia, which is even more important for root canals than other dental procedures, since the dentist will be operating on a very sensitive area.