{"id":21130,"date":"2023-02-20T12:11:06","date_gmt":"2023-02-20T07:11:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/?p=21130"},"modified":"2023-02-20T15:09:15","modified_gmt":"2023-02-20T10:09:15","slug":"10-common-misconceptions-about-root-canal-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/10-common-misconceptions-about-root-canal-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Common Misconceptions about Root Canal Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dentistry has come a long way in the last decade or two. The technology used today has made complex dental procedures much easier and cheaper. However, technology is also responsible for the spread of a lot of incorrect or misinterpreted information. The same goes for this standard treatment which is sadly still a cause for concern since people would rather have their teeth pulled than follow through with this treatment. Here we\u2019ll discuss <\/span><b>10 Common Misconceptions about Root Canal Treatment in Dubai, Abu Dhabi &amp; Sharjah<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> so that you are well informed on the subject before your dentist visit. in case you ever have to choose to get this treatment, you will be knowledgeable on the subject and will be able to make the right choice.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: 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href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/10-common-misconceptions-about-root-canal-treatment\/#Aim_of_the_Procedure\" >Aim of the Procedure:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/10-common-misconceptions-about-root-canal-treatment\/#10_Common_Misconceptions_about_Root_Canal_Treatment\" >10 Common Misconceptions about Root Canal Treatment:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/10-common-misconceptions-about-root-canal-treatment\/#Its_Painful\" >It's Painful:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/10-common-misconceptions-about-root-canal-treatment\/#Its_Temporary\" >It's Temporary:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/10-common-misconceptions-about-root-canal-treatment\/#It_Requires_Multiple_Appointments\" >It Requires Multiple Appointments:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/10-common-misconceptions-about-root-canal-treatment\/#It_can_Cause_other_Oral_Diseases\" >It can Cause other Oral Diseases:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/10-common-misconceptions-about-root-canal-treatment\/#It_Damages_Roots\" >It Damages Roots:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/10-common-misconceptions-about-root-canal-treatment\/#It_Affects_the_Baby_in_Case_of_Pregnancy\" >It Affects the Baby in Case of Pregnancy:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/10-common-misconceptions-about-root-canal-treatment\/#A_Root_Canal_is_Unnecessary_if_you_dont_have_a_Toothache\" >A Root Canal is Unnecessary if you don't have a Toothache:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/10-common-misconceptions-about-root-canal-treatment\/#Teeth_become_Weaker_after_Root_Canal\" >Teeth become Weaker after Root Canal:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/10-common-misconceptions-about-root-canal-treatment\/#Its_easier_to_Remove_the_Tooth_instead\" >It's easier to Remove the Tooth instead:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/10-common-misconceptions-about-root-canal-treatment\/#Its_Expensive\" >It's Expensive:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/10-common-misconceptions-about-root-canal-treatment\/#Benefits\" >Benefits:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/10-common-misconceptions-about-root-canal-treatment\/#Why_Choose_us\" >Why Choose us?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aim_of_the_Procedure\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aim of the Procedure:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before discussing the myths, first, you have to know what is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/orthodontists\/root-canal-treatment\/\">root canal treatment<\/a>. It is a simple treatment of the soft, inner part of the tooth (pulp) in case of infection or decay. Fillings are placed inside to avoid the risk of future infection.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Common_Misconceptions_about_Root_Canal_Treatment\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 Common Misconceptions about Root Canal Treatment:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s Painful:<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, it&#8217;s not since anesthetic is used and you won&#8217;t feel any pain during the treatment just like a normal filling procedure. In fact, any pain you may have had earlier will be gone too after the treatment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s Temporary:<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, Actually, if proper oral hygiene is maintained, the crown placed on top of the tooth will last a long time, maybe indefinitely.<\/span><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It Requires Multiple Appointments:<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is just not true since, unless it is a complicated case involving multiple root canal treatments, normally, it takes one or two appointments to have a root canal treatment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can Cause other Oral Diseases:<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Actually, the process involves removing infected pulp from within the tooth and placing dental fillings inside so it can&#8217;t really cause disease.<\/span><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It Damages Roots:<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, quite the contrary, it actually adds strength to the roots and helps in healing the infection, if any.<\/span><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It Affects the Baby in Case of Pregnancy:<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a myth, although x-rays are avoided during pregnancy, keep in mind that this is for your mouth and does not affect the baby in case of pregnancy.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Root Canal is Unnecessary if you don&#8217;t have a Toothache:<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/orthodontists\/root-canal-treatment\/\">Root canal treatment<\/a> can relieve pain from infections, but even if you don&#8217;t have any pain, only a thorough examination will reveal the condition of the inside of the tooth. This is why a qualified endodontist, such as our doctor at <\/span><b>Enfield Royal Clinic, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is necessary for consultation, both pre and post-procedure.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teeth become Weaker after Root Canal:<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teeth get better stability and the crown receives more protection from decay. Resultantly, teeth become more potent after this treatment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s easier to Remove the Tooth instead:<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nothing can replace a natural tooth in originality, so if there is a way to retain teeth, why opt for removal? Keep in mind that tooth extraction is a longer and riskier option and may lead to gaps between teeth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s Expensive:<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compared to other treatments and removal of teeth, this is actually a much cheaper, more durable, and quicker option to pick.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benefits:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your oral health is just as important, if not more so, as your bodily health. A root canal can solve a number of issues pertaining to the oral cavity and if recommended after a consultation, it should be performed immediately to avoid further damage to the roots.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tooth extraction as compared to root canal treatment is the last and final resort and should be treated as such.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Choose_us\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Choose us?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/orthodontists\/\">Enfield Royal Orthodontists Clinic<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Dubai, we have an expert Endodontist with a lot of experience in this field. Combined with our state-of-the-art Equipment, we give lasting results with a guarantee. This is why we recommend that you book a consultation on the form below and find out if your toothache is a cause for concern as well as the <\/span><b>10 Common Misconceptions about Root Canal Treatment in Dubai, Abu Dhabi &amp; Sharjah<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t <div style=\"background-color:#fffff; margin:10px 0px;\">\n        <div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/dr.tamimhasan-_1_.webp\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" alt=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-md-8 doc-det\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 style=\"color:#c29414; padding:10px 0px; margin:0px\">Dr. Tamim Hasan<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t <p style=\"font-size:16.5px !important;\">Dr. Tamim Hasan is an experienced dentist at Enfield Royal Clinic in Dubai who is widely known for his dedication to oral health, patient satisfaction, and clinical excellence. 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