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Added: Sep 26, 2009
This animated video shows you what happens during a root canal. Sugar is broken down in the mouth to acid. This acid can breakdown the enamel covering of the teeth, causing tooth decay of dental caries. If the decay extends to the dental pulp, a root canal is necessary. Video courtesy of Blausen Medical.
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