The TRUTH About Root Canals: Cancer Myth or Life-Saving Treatment?

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 mythsThe shocking story of Soviet “Red Paste” dentistryGentleWave vs laser vs ozone – which technology really works?Bioceramic sealers & bone healing breakthroughsRoot canals vs implants – which lasts longer?Why 40% of patients don’t actually need a root canalThe hidden dangers of corporate dentistry & private equity buyoutsStem cell & tooth-regeneration research: hype vs real progressWhy doing the right thing will always be the future of healthcare👉 Subscribe to Ask the Dentist Podcast with Dr. Olga Dolghier for more expert interviews that protect your health and empower your decisions. 🌐 Learn more about our practice: pvpd.com