Did you know that root canals date all the way back to the 1600’s? The tools and methods used at that time were quite rudimentary and local anesthesia wasn’t an option the way it is today. Unfortunately, that lead to the terrible reputation that root canals have as an incredibly painful procedure.
Thankfully, modern root canals are an entirely different ballgame! In honor of Root Canal Awareness Week, this blog will set the story straight about this procedure once and for all. You’ll learn about how root canals not only save teeth but are no more uncomfortable than getting a dental filling. So, if you feel anxious about getting a root canal in Hackettstown, keep reading to find out why there’s nothing to fear!