{"id":1136,"date":"2026-02-12T02:17:49","date_gmt":"2026-02-11T20:17:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fortdentaltx.com\/blog\/?p=1136"},"modified":"2026-02-26T02:20:33","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T20:20:33","slug":"mouthy-myths-3-root-canal-rumors-you-shouldnt-believe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fortdentaltx.com\/blog\/mouthy-myths-3-root-canal-rumors-you-shouldnt-believe\/","title":{"rendered":"Mouthy Myths: 3 Root Canal Rumors You Shouldn\u2019t Believe"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fortdentaltx.com\/blog\/mouthy-myths-3-root-canal-rumors-you-shouldnt-believe\/\" class=\"block-image-link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fortdentaltx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/AdobeStock_280639707-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Woman in clear goggles undergoing root canal\" class=\"wp-image-1137\" style=\"width:320px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fortdentaltx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/AdobeStock_280639707-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.fortdentaltx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/AdobeStock_280639707-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.fortdentaltx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/AdobeStock_280639707-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.fortdentaltx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/AdobeStock_280639707-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.fortdentaltx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/AdobeStock_280639707-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.fortdentaltx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/AdobeStock_280639707-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.fortdentaltx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/AdobeStock_280639707-550x367.jpg 550w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s normal to feel nervous when it comes to sitting in the dentist\u2019s chair. But if you\u2019re like many others with more severe anxiety, your fear might prevent you from scheduling potentially <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fortdentaltx.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">smile-saving services<\/a>, such as undergoing a root canal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, this procedure has developed a negative reputation over the years, leading many people to believe the misinformation about it circulating among the public. Continue reading to learn about 3 falsehoods you might have heard about this standard treatment for toothaches and why you shouldn\u2019t believe them!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Myth #1: The Procedure Will Inevitably Hurt<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s human instinct to want to avoid situations that cause potential harm or might hurt, and dental treatments are often no exception. But thankfully, this service typically alleviates more throbbing than it causes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For starters, your dentist will numb your mouth before starting your procedure to help reduce sensations. Many providers also offer medications, like oral conscious or IV sedation, to help you remain calm and comfortable the entire time. That means you won\u2019t need to worry about side effects until the meds wear off, and while you might feel sore or sensitive for a few days, you\u2019ll likely also notice that your terrible toothache has already begun to subside!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Myth #2: I\u2019ll Probably Get an Infection Afterward<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your mouth is full of bacteria that can penetrate your enamel or connective tissues and eventually make their way to the tender pulp inside your teeth. From there, they can infect sensitive nerves and trigger a painful reaction, which is the leading complaint among patients who need a root canal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This treatment involves making a small opening in your enamel to remove diseased or damaged material, disinfecting the area, and filling it with a special dental material to prevent a recurrence of the infection. This process has an incredibly high success rate, ranging between 86% to 98%, meaning that only an estimated 5% to 14% of patients develop significant side effects if they follow the post-operative care instructions carefully. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Myth #3: I Don\u2019t Need One if My Tooth Stops Hurting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A horrible toothache may be the chief complaint of patients needing this service, but it\u2019s not a prerequisite. Some patients assume that if their discomfort suddenly fades, their condition must have improved, and a root canal procedure is no longer necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But nothing could be further from the truth. Dental problems don\u2019t usually resolve themselves and tend to progressively worsen the longer they remain unaddressed. While you might think your tooth healed because the throbbing dissipated, it\u2019s more likely that the infection finally damaged the sensitive nerves so much that they died and can no longer transmit signals. However, the disease likely remains and needs to be treated before it spreads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it\u2019s normal to feel nervous about a root canal, this treatment usually resolves more problems than it causes and can help you regain a healthy, pain-free smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Patients at Fort Dental benefit from a team of award-winning providers who are passionate about helping them improve their lives by enhancing their dental health. Dr. Cheng, Dr. Thorburn, and Dr. Luk collaborate to provide a comprehensive menu of services, including root canal procedures, to people of all ages so you and your family receive the same top-quality care. They also offer multiple options for sedation to help you feel calm and comfortable, regardless of the reason for your visit. You can request an appointment on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fortdentaltx.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call (817) 292-5957.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"It\u2019s normal to feel nervous when it comes to sitting in the dentist\u2019s chair. But if you\u2019re like many others with more severe anxiety, your fear might prevent you from scheduling potentially smile-saving services, such as undergoing a root canal. Unfortunately, this procedure has developed a negative reputation over the years, leading many people to believe the misinformation about it circulating among the public. 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