Why You Could Still Need a Root Canal Even if Your Tooth Stops Hurting

You’ve been told that you need root canal therapy to deal with the infection that’s causing your toothache. One day, though, you find that the tooth in question is no longer in pain. You may initially think that a root canal isn’t necessary anymore – but this assumption is very likely incorrect. Below is a brief explanation of why your dentist may still recommend root canal therapy even in the absence of pain.