Root Canal Treatment: Myth vs. Reality

The words "root canal" often strike fear into patients, but modern dentistry has transformed this procedure into a routine, pain-free treatment that saves teeth. Let's debunk the myths and understand the reality.

Myth 1: Root Canals are Painful

Reality: With modern anesthesia and technology, a root canal is no more uncomfortable than getting a filling. The procedure actually relieves the intense pain caused by infection, rather than causing it.

Myth 2: It's Better to Pull the Tooth

Reality: Nothing looks, feels, or functions exactly like your natural tooth. Saving your natural tooth prevents other teeth from shifting, maintains your bite, and avoids the need for more expensive replacements like implants or bridges.

Myth 3: Root Canals Cause Illness

Reality: This myth stems from debunked research from the 1920s. There is no scientific evidence linking root canal-treated teeth to disease elsewhere in the body. In fact, removing the infection improves your overall health.

The Procedure Explained

1. Anesthesia: The area is numbed completely.
2. Access: A small opening is made in the crown of the tooth.
3. Cleaning: The infected pulp is removed, and the canals are cleaned and shaped.
4. Filling: The canals are filled with a biocompatible material called gutta-percha.
5. Restoration: A crown is placed to protect and strengthen the tooth.

Affordable Care in Rio

Root canal treatment in the US can cost $1,200 - $2,000 per tooth, plus the cost of a crown. At Hub Dental, our Root Canal Package is just $600, including the procedure and medication. We use the same advanced rotary instruments and digital imaging as top US clinics.

Don't let fear or cost prevent you from saving your tooth. Contact us for a consultation today.