Why Do I Need a Root Canal if My Tooth Doesn’t Hurt?

If you’ve heard anything about tooth infections, you probably have heard that they hurt. But while this is often very true, it isn’t 100 percent accurate. In fact, did you know that tooth pain is just one symptom of an infection, and in some cases, you can still have one without feeling any pain at all? Here’s why even though you may not feel any discomfort, you still may need a root canal.