I heard something pretty wild today—apparently, dental schools often offer root canals at a fraction of the usual cost because students perform them under supervision. I mean, sounds kinda scary trusting a newbie with your teeth, but supposedly they're closely watched by experienced dentists. Has anyone here tried this route or know someone who has? Curious how it actually went down and if it's worth considering...
My cousin actually had a root canal done at a dental school last year, and honestly, it went way smoother than you'd expect. She said the whole thing took a bit longer since the supervising dentist checked each step carefully, but pain-wise, it was totally fine. Plus, it saved her a ton of cash. I'd say if you're not in a huge rush and you trust the process, it's definitely worth a shot—students gotta learn somehow, right?
I've actually considered going the dental school route myself, but ended up chickening out last minute and paying full price at my regular dentist (ouch, wallet still hurts). Good to hear your cousin had a positive experience though—makes me reconsider if I ever need another one. I guess as long as you're patient enough to sit through the extra checks, it could be a pretty smart move financially. Might give it a shot next time...hopefully not anytime soon, though!
