Being told by an endodontist that you need to have a root canal performed is never a fun prospect. In fact, many patients put the treatment off for as long as possible. But this can be a mistake for multiple reasons; the fact of the matter is that you’re better off having a root canal performed as soon as you can. Below is a quick look at why root canal treatment is important and why you shouldn’t delay it any more than necessary.
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When you have a debilitating toothache, one of the first things you should do is seek professional care. You might book an appointment with your general dentist. But what if you need root canal therapy and your dentist tells you that you should see an endodontist instead? Do not be disappointed. Instead, you can be happy because your dentist has your best interests at heart. Why is root canal therapy best performed by an endodontist instead of a general dentist? This blog post explains.
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