Are root canals safe—or are they secretly linked to cancer and systemic disease? I sat down with Dr. Trond Hegle, a Norwegian-born endodontist and founder of Four Peaks Endodontics, to separate fact from fiction.
If you’re a patient who’s been scared by online myths, a dentist wanting to cut through misinformation, or simply curious about the future of dentistry—this episode will give you the clarity you need.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
Why root canals do not cause cancer despite viral myths
The shocking story of Soviet “Red Paste” dentistry
GentleWave vs laser vs ozone – which technology really works?
Bioceramic sealers & bone healing breakthroughs
Root canals vs implants – which lasts longer?
Why 40% of patients don’t actually need a root canal
The hidden dangers of corporate dentistry & private equity buyouts
Stem cell & tooth-regeneration research: hype vs real progress
Why doing the right thing will always be the future of healthcare
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