A member asked:

Can too many root canals cause cancer to the jaw,mouth, throat or lymph nodes?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Brian Warner answered

Specializes in Endodontics

No: No. There is no evidence to support that root canal therapy is associated with or causes cancer.

Answered 7/31/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Anecdotal Record: There is no scientific evidence that root canals cause cancer to the jaw, mouth, throat or lymph nodes. Root canal treatment may save a badly damaged or infected tooth instead of removing it.

Answered 7/31/2015

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