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Dental Jargon
Root canal
Commonly used in healthcare and medical settings
Literal Meaning
Removing infected tooth pulp
Actual Meaning
Removing the infected nerve inside a tooth to save it from being pulled.
Examples in Context

The healthcare provider explained the root canal.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Remember: Root canal means Removing infected pulp from inside a tooth
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