Are Root canals painful and cause health problems?
No, root canals are not painful and do not cause other health problems, though you may feel some mild, temporary soreness afterward. The pain is from the infection before the procedure, and the treatment itself is done with anesthesia, making it relatively painless. The idea that root canals cause illness is an old debunked theory from the early 1900s, and modern science confirms they are safe and can even prevent more serious health issuesw by eliminating an infection.
Pain
- Before the procedure: The pain you feel is from the infection inside the tooth, not the root canal procedure itself
- During the procedure: Modern anesthesia is used, so you should not feel pain during the treatment.
- After the procedure: It is normal to experiance some mild soreness or sensitivity for a few days, which can typically be managed with over-the-counter pain medication
Other health problems
- The myth: The beliefthat root canals cause other illnesses is based on outdated and disproven research from the early 20th century.
- The reality: There is no credible scientific evidence linking root canals to other diseases, and dental associations strongly reject this myth.
- Health benefits: By removing an infection, a root canal can prevent more serious health problems that can arise from a tooth infection spreading to other parts of the body.
At the Smile Team, we provide our clients with the best treatment options for them so book a consultation with Dr. Abid Hidayat today. We are open Mondays to Saturdays and speak GUJARATI, HINDI, URDU, TAGALOG and ARABIC. You can reach our family dental care office in Scarborough, Toronto, Ontario, by calling 416-546-5599.