An infected tooth will not heal on its own, and requires immediate treatment to ward off further health complications. In addition to tooth loss, leaving this oral condition unattended only invites other dangers to structures in your mouth and your general health. Symptoms indicating the need for a root canal include:
- Tooth abscess
- Broken tooth or root
- Temperature sensitivity
- Dull, aching pain
- Pain upon biting
- No symptoms, in some cases