Category: Root Canals

Can Root Canal Infections Spread?

Treat that infection in a root canal immediately! Otherwise, the infection can spread and cause additional problems. Among the many reasons to undergo a root canal is to stop the spread of infection. Bacteria that reaches the pulp, or the innermost part of the tooth where the nerves and blood vessels lie, can cause the…

Root Canal vs. Extraction: Which Is Right For Me?

To treat a severely decayed or damaged tooth, you’ll need either a root canal or an extraction. But which one is the right choice for you? You should never ignore a throbbing, persistent toothache. It indicates a tooth so severely decayed or damaged it requires extensive therapy beyond a cavity filling. But what does that…