If you are suffering from intense tooth pain, there is a good chance that the cause of this pain is diseased or infected dental pulp. A root canal involves the removal of the affected pulp through a passage created in the crown of the tooth. Once the pulp has been removed, the tooth is permanently sealed with an artificial porcelain crown, thereby allowing you to save the majority of the tooth's natural structure. Although many people believe root canals to be painful, they are actually relatively gentle procedures that alleviate significantly more pain than they cause. Indeed, there is no reason to continue to live with excruciating tooth pain when relief could be a mere office visit away. Please contact Albrando Dental Clinic today to find out if root canal therapy can help you.