Root canals have a scary reputation, but the truth is most patients say they are no more uncomfortable than having a cavity filled. And if you have an infected tooth, a root canal may be necessary to save it and prevent further infection. At Dores Dental, our cutting-edge technology and gentle touch will ensure you have the best possible root canal experience. Fill out our online form or call ...

We’re not sure when root canals became the joking standard for intense pain, but nothing could be further from the truth. Root canals save millions of teeth every year. They remove pain, they don’t cause it. Root canals are one of the most common treatments Dr. Dores, of Dores Dental in Longmeadow, MA, performs. When we do a root canal, we are salvaging your natural tooth. All we’re ...

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 ...

Root canals. Patients near and far are TERRIFIED of root canals! Society looks at this procedure as the epitome of horrible things that could happen in the dentist office! You know, we understand the fear. After all, Hollywood has been dramatizing root canals for decades. You’ve probably seen the scenes of screaming and pain all from a simple root canal, but the truth looks MUCH ...