Hearing that a tooth might need extraction can feel like the beginning of a much bigger, more expensive treatment journey. But is that always the case? Could acting quickly with a different procedure actually save the tooth and sidestep the need for a replacement altogether? Is timing really as important as it sounds, or does it just delay an inevitable outcome? Understanding when a root canal can genuinely prevent the need for an implant might change how you approach that first sign of tooth trouble. Why Does…