Debunking Root Canal Myths

Many people are confused about root canal therapy due to the myths surrounding the procedure. Here, Dr. Rolin Desir and the Conyers Endodontic Center team debunk some of these myths.

Myth: Root Canals Are Painful.

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Myth: Root Canals Cause Illness.

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Myth: Does A Root Canal Remove the Tooth Roots or The Entire Tooth?

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