Neanderthals may have drilled out a cavity 59,000 years ago

Scientists dug up a Paleolithic tooth that shows signs that these hominins may have been capable of executing a precise ...

Endodontist aims to reduce stigma around root canals

May 13 is National Root Canal Appreciation Day. TV6's Mandy Koskela shares her own story of a root canal procedure.
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Getting to the Pain Behind Root Canals

Most people have heard the term “root canal” or have even had the procedure but are unsure of exactly what root canal treatment is. “I have heard many patients say a root canal is when a dentist ...
Science Daily

This silent tooth infection could be hurting your whole body

Scientists are uncovering a surprising link between hidden tooth infections and blood sugar problems. Deep infections around ...

4 Endodontist-Approved Tips to Help Save Your Natural Teeth

Nothing looks, feels or functions quite like your natural teeth. They’re designed to last a lifetime and, when properly cared ...
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How Long Will I Have to Sit in the Dentist Chair During a Root Canal?

A root canal is a dental procedure that gets rid of damage in your tooth’s roots while preserving your natural tooth. Root canals become necessary when infection or inflammation develops in the ...