A root canal is when the internal part of the tooth is infected, the nerve has died, or it's painful. We make a small opening on either the chewing surface of a back tooth or the back side of a ...

Looking for reliable medications to treat 'Root Canal'? This page offers a detailed resource for the most up-to-date treatment options, including both generic and brand-name medications.

Knowing about how long a tooth will survive after a root canal can be useful in dental practice, and help patients and dentists make better oral care decisions. Teeth survive about 11 years after ...

Endodontic treatment typically involves eradicating debris and microorganisms within a tooth to clean up infection as much as possible, followed by filling the root canal to prevent reinfection.

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. This story first appeared in Healthy You - April 2025, The Gazette’s quarterly health publication.