Endodontic Therapy: The Root Canal

Also known as endodontic therapy, the root canal is a procedure performed on teeth with inflamed or infected nerves as a result of deep cavities or injury. At Four Corners Dental Group Fairbanks, it’s a procedure we take on all of the time, and the fact of the matter is that many people will end up requiring one at some point. It requires full dental evaluation to assess whether you need it, but it can be incredibly helpful to know the common signs that you need it done and what help will look like.

So how do you know you need a root canal? What course of action should you take? Let’s drill down to the core of the issue:

The Major Signs: Perhaps the most striking sign that you’re a candidate for this procedure is tooth pain. Depending on