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root canal treatment

root canal treatment (also called a root canal) is a dental procedure done to remove the infected core (pulp) of a tooth. this helps relieve toothache, stop infection, and promote healing.

when the pulp is healthy, it feeds the tooth and helps fight infection. when the pulp becomes damaged because of a deep cavity or fracture, infection may develop. the infection can cause pain and lead to the development of an abscess.

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