{"id":96,"date":"2020-06-15T17:07:50","date_gmt":"2020-06-15T17:07:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/devotedfamilydental.mydentalconsult.com\/blog\/?p=96"},"modified":"2020-06-17T17:12:08","modified_gmt":"2020-06-17T17:12:08","slug":"root-canals-in-phoenix-and-debunking-the-myths","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.devotedfamilydentalphoenix.com\/blog\/2020\/06\/15\/root-canals-in-phoenix-and-debunking-the-myths\/","title":{"rendered":"Debunking the Myths Associated with Root Canals"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"DigitalWhen it comes to root canals in Phoenix<\/a>, there is much misinformation associated with this common practice. For decades, people have mistakenly blamed the actual procedure for the pain that is caused by an infected tooth, making it much harder for dentists to convey the benefits and advantages of this method of treatment. To give patients like yourself greater peace of mind should you ever be faced with an infected tooth, your dentist is dispelling and debunking the most common myths about root canals.<\/p>\n

Myth #1: The Pain Comes from the Procedure, Not the Infection<\/h2>\n

This is entirely false. When a tooth becomes infected, it will most likely cause pain to develop. A root canal will actually eliminate the discomfort by cleaning out the decayed areas of the tooth and filling it to create a tight seal that protects against re-infection. During the actual procedure, you will receive local anesthesia to ensure you feel no pain, but it is common to experience some soreness and tenderness afterward. An over-the-counter pain reliever and cold compress can help to minimize these feelings.<\/p>\n

Myth #2: You Will Get Sick After Having a Root Canal<\/h2>\n

Long before modern medicine, researchers nearly a century ago believed a root canal could cause an increased risk for illness. They even went so far as to say it could cause patients to be more susceptible to contracting various diseases. Fortunately, advancements in medicine and dentistry proved these claims were false and that there is no evidence supporting this idea. Root canals are safe and effective procedures, and there is no scientifically proven documentation linking them to diseases that develop within the body.<\/p>\n

Myth #3: Tooth Extraction is Better Than a Root Canal<\/h2>\n

For many reasons, this is not true. Having a tooth removed can lead to additional costs and potential problems, especially if not addressed in a timely manner. Some of these include:<\/p>\n