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Laurence Bohan
Content Writer
Laurence Bohan
Content Writer

Laurence is a copywriter and trained journalist. His passion is creating insightful and educational content for dental professionals of every level. Outside of work, he enjoys watching sport, quizzing and spending time with his family.

To many patients, the idea of root canal treatment and having metal files pushed into their teeth can be horrifying. Endo fear can be so great in some patients that even an extraction sounds more appealing. This is especially true of first-time root canal patients, many of whom will have little idea of how the procedure works before it is offered to them. To ease patient nerves ahead of endodontic treatment, there are steps that can be taken to potentially help.

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According to data from Google, 'Do Root Canals Hurt?' And ‘Root Canal Pain’ are searched on average 1,900 times a month in the UK alone. This gives a clear indication as to the overall levels of anxiety connected with endodontic treatment. Explaining the procedure to patients from the outset and outlining what they should expect each step of the way can reduce fear and calm nerves.

It is important to do this in a way that does not confuse or overwhelm the patient. Avoid using too much endodontic lingo and take time to pause during explanations to allow them the opportunity to ask questions or process information. When responding to a patient’s concerns or anxieties, focus on the positive aspects of root canal versus an extraction or no treatment at all. Invite them to learn more if they still have questions.

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