Opinion | Root Canals Aren’t So Bad
The Wall Street Journal • 2/12/2026 – 2/13/2026
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
5d
Age
1
Sources
from cluster
92
Hours Since Seen
Final Score3/100
CategoryAntiLindy
StatusActive
Recency Multiplier26% (0.5^92/48)
Hero EligibleYes
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- 2026-02-12Opinion | Root Canals Aren’t So Bad (current)
Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 4 days - proven survivor
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