There’s probably no dental procedure that strikes more fear into the hearts of dental patients than the root canal. That’s a shame, because today’s modern root canals are described by the overwhelming number of patients as no worse than getting a filling! At Dores Dental in Longmeadow, MA, we make our patients’ comfort a high priority – even during root canal procedures. How It ...

Root canals are safe, effective, and common. In our previous post, we discussed how the rumors of root canal pain are at best overblown, and we talked about what you can expect during a root canal (also called “endodontic therapy”). In this post, we’ll talk about some of the more dangerous “myths” that keep people from getting root canal treatment, and the consequences of avoiding ...

Are you suffering with a bad toothache? Or do you have swollen and tender gums? Have you noticed that your teeth are extremely sensitive to temperature? Have you noticed that a tooth is a lot darker than it should be, or have you noticed a blemish or “pimple” on your gums? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, it’s possible you might need a root canal. Oh No! Not a ...