Are you in need of a tooth extraction in the near future? This is something that many patients are nervous about because they don’t know what to expect. All of the misinformation floating around on the internet doesn’t help either. It is difficult to know what information you can trust, and what you should disregard. Continue reading to learn about some common tooth extraction myths and why they aren’t correct.

You can’t take the pain any longer—you schedule an appointment with your dentist and anxiously await the diagnosis. When they say your tooth needs a root canal, you start to panic! Is it really that serious? How can your day get any worse? Why did you have to get such bad news?

But hold on! Although you may not jump for joy over needing dental work, getting root canal therapy is actually good news for your smile. Read on to learn about the silver lining or benefits of root canals and how you can keep a positive attitude about your situation.