While a severe, throbbing toothache is often a sign that you need a root canal, you may still need one even if your tooth feels fine. Dentists use root canals to eliminate dental infections that have spread to the pulp at the center of the tooth. While these infections often cause the nerves within the pulp to send pain signals to the brain, not every infection will have this result. Here’s why you may still need a root canal if your tooth feels fine.

March 6th is National Dentist’s Day. It’s a time to show appreciation for the oral health professionals who work hard to ensure that their patients are able to go through life with beautiful, healthy smiles. If you’ve never observed National Dentist’s Day before, now is a great chance to change that! Here’s why your dentist is worth celebrating and what you can do to show your thanks.