Determining whether a patient needs a root canal involves a thorough examination and diagnosis by a dentist or endodontist. A root canal is necessary when the pulp, the innermost part of the tooth containing nerves and blood vessels, becomes infected or inflamed. Here’s how dentists determine the need for a root canal and the key differences between a root canal and a routine extraction:
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