Many people worry about pain during dental procedures like root canals and tooth extractions. The good news is that you have several options to stay comfortable during these treatments. Most root canals and tooth extractions are done with local anesthesia while you remain awake. Still, sedation options like nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation […]
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Root canal, Tooth extraction
Root Canal vs. Extraction: How to Decide the Best Option for You
Last Updated:
March 18, 2026
You feel sharp tooth pain, and your dentist gives you two choices: root canal or extraction. Both stop infection and ease pain, but they lead to very different outcomes for your mouth. In most cases, a root canal is the better option because it removes infection while saving your natural tooth, while extraction removes the […]


