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An endodontist is a specialized dentist who is an expert in treatment of the root canal. Endodontics is that part of dentistry that deals with the root and pulp of the teeth. The term ‘endo’ means ‘inside’ and ‘odons’ refers to ‘teeth’ in Greek. Thus, all problems, ailments, and treatment related to the root and [...]

The pulp of a tooth is the soft tissue that is found inside the tooth, running down through it and into the root of the tooth. When the pulp is severely infected or injured, the tissue dies, leading to the infection of the tooth and eventually causing it to fall out. Root canal therapy (surgery) [...]