According to the American Association of Endodontists, 59% of people are afraid of getting a root canal (beating public speaking and spiders!). The fear surrounding this procedure is largely due to discomfort in the treatment chair, but it’s actually designed to alleviate pain, not cause it. If you’re unsure if you need to schedule an emergency appointment with your dentist, then keep reading to learn the answer to the question, “Do you have to be in pain to need a root canal?”
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