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root canal

root canal
Noun
pl: root canals

This term functions as both an anatomical description and a medical procedure. When referring to the anatomy, it describes the physical space within the tooth root. When referring to the procedure, it is used as a shorthand for "root canal therapy" or "root canal treatment."

In common parlance, the phrase often carries a negative emotional connotation associated with dental anxiety or pain, though the procedure itself is intended to alleviate pain. It is used almost exclusively in medical or dental contexts and is not typically used metaphorically.

Meanings

Nounroot canal

The narrow passage in the root of a tooth that contains the dental pulp, nerves, and blood vessels.

The dentist explained that the infection had reached the root canal.

Nounroot canal

A dental procedure in which the pulp of a tooth is removed, the canal is cleaned and shaped, and then filled and sealed to save the tooth.

She had to undergo a root canal to treat the abscess in her molar.

Examples

I have to go to the dentist for a root canal tomorrow.

I have to go to the dentist for a root canal tomorrow.

Health

The infection had reached the root canal of the tooth.

The infection had reached the root canal of the tooth.

Health

I really do not want to get a root canal.

I really do not want to get a root canal.

The dentist explained how a root canal saves the natural tooth.

The dentist explained how a root canal saves the natural tooth.

Health

My jaw is still sore after that root canal.

My jaw is still sore after that root canal.

Health

Is a root canal more painful than an extraction?

Is a root canal more painful than an extraction?

Health

The x ray showed a blockage in the root canal.

The x ray showed a blockage in the root canal.

Health

I hope this root canal finally stops the aching.

I hope this root canal finally stops the aching.

The procedure involves cleaning out the root canal and sealing it.

The procedure involves cleaning out the root canal and sealing it.

Health

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