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Is that root canal really necessary?

Homeopathic and natural ways to support oral health - without breaking the bank.

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Kirsty Richards DipHomNZ RCHom
Jul 06, 2025
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a woman getting her teeth checked by a dentist

I recently took my 17-year-old daughter to the dentist. She’d previously had a cavity filled that was still causing her discomfort, which - in typical teenage style - she only told me about after suffering in silence for several days!

Usually Mum-the Homeopath is the first person she calls for at the first sign of any pain or discomfort. But it hadn't occurred to her that I might be able to help with something like a dental issue too.

At the dental surgery, the dentist examined her and said he thought she had an infection and initially recommended a root canal. My response was a swift and immediate, “NO.” So what did I prescribe - and what happened next? Keep reading to find out.

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