This time of year, people like to get scared at haunted houses and watch horror movies, but did you know that what many people most fear is a root canal? In fact, more people are afraid of this procedure than spiders, sharks, and snakes, and about 59 percent of people would rather make a public speech than endure a root canal. Are you one of these people?
Although root canal therapy in reality isn’t nearly as frightening as people believe, it is still a smart idea to try to avoid it if you can. Fortunately, your dental insurance coverage makes it easy through covered preventive care. Keep reading to learn more about how and why you should take advantage of preventive dentistry and how your insurance can help you avoid the anxiety and expense of a root canal.
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