I visited my dentist todays as Im getting a couples cavities drilled and I was talking to a woman I had never seen there before (a fellow dentist). She was Extremely nice and I told her I was worried about the Root Canal, so I would consider extracting the problem tooth. She said since I was so young thatd be crazy and I should do all I can to save it. She went on to say how easy they are and that she even has had root canals!!! She was telling me the truth and was sincere. So I guess even some dentists dont know the dangers eh?