A throbbing toothache is a miserably painful ordeal that can bring even an incredibly resilient individual to tears, and it is usually caused by severe dental infection that went far too long without treatment. A root canal is usually the best way to end the infection and save the tooth, but many people may hesitate to commit to the treatment, especially if their toothache seems to suddenly disappear. Here’s a brief guide to what can cause this to happen and why a root canal will still probably be necessary.
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