06/01/2026
Just beneath the outer layers of your tooth is a soft tissue called the pulp. It contains blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue, and it plays a critical role during early tooth development. But here’s the interesting part—once a tooth is fully developed, it can survive without the pulp!
That’s why a root canal, which removes infected or damaged pulp, doesn’t harm your tooth. In fact, it saves it! The surrounding tissues continue to nourish your tooth, allowing it to stay healthy and functional.