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If your dentist has mentioned you might need a root canal, you're probably feeling anxious and have countless questions running through your mind. The term "root canal" has unfortunately developed a reputation that strikes fear into the hearts of dental patients everywhere. However, modern root canal treatment is far different from the outdated procedures of the past, and understanding what's involved can help alleviate your concerns.

Tooth pain can range from a minor annoyance to an excruciating emergency that disrupts your entire life. But how do you know when that discomfort signals a serious infection that requires immediate attention from an endodontist? Understanding the signs and symptoms of tooth infection – and knowing when to seek specialized care – can mean the difference between saving your natural tooth and facing extraction.

You had a root canal treatment months or even years ago, and you thought your tooth troubles were behind you. But now you're experiencing pain, sensitivity, or other concerning symptoms in that same tooth. What's happening, and what are your options? The answer might be endodontic retreatment – a procedure that gives your tooth a second chance at long-term health.

Metro Chicago Endodontics offers revolutionary SSP and SWEEPS® laser endodontic technologies that transform traditional root canal treatment. Our state-of-the-art Fotona LightWalker® system provides superior cleaning and disinfection of complex root canal systems, reaching areas that conventional methods cannot access.