Potential Benefits:1. Relief from symptoms such as pain and swelling.2. Preservation of the natural tooth, avoiding the need for extraction and replacement.3. Prevention of the spread of infection to other areas of the mouth.Risks and Complications:I acknowledge and understand that the procedure, like all dental procedures,involves risks and potential complications including, but not limited to:1. Post-Treatment Pain and Sensitivity: Temporary discomfort or sensitivity in thetreated area.2. Incomplete Procedure: Rare cases where the root canal anatomy is complex orobstructed.3. Reinfection: Risk of the treated tooth becoming reinfected.4. Tooth Fracture: The tooth may become brittle and prone to fracture over time.5. Need for Additional Treatment: Including possible retreatment, surgicalintervention, or tooth extraction.Alternatives to Root Canal Treatment:I understand that alternatives to root canal treatment may include:1. Tooth extraction, followed by options such as a dental implant, bridge, or denture.2. Observation, accepting the risks associated with not treating the tooth.