Endodontists specialize in saving teeth. The prefix “endo” means inside, and inside teeth is where much of the endodondist’s work is performed. If you’ve ever had a root canal in Provo or elsewhere, it was probably an endodontist who did the procedure. Root canals are a big part of an endodontist’s practice, but they are […]
Nothing to Fear: Root Canals in Orem
Two words have the power to strike fear into the most courageous of souls: root canal. But at Cascade Endodontics in Orem, root canals are performed with the patient’s comfort uppermost in mind. A root canal treats the inside of a tooth. It becomes necessary when a cavity infects a tooth’s interior, which can cause increased […]
Why Should I See An Endodontist Instead Of A Regular Dentist For My Root Canal?
While root canals may be a procedure that your general dentist can do, it’s always a good idea to get a root canal from someone who specializes in them. That’s where Dr. Jon Jenson in Orem comes in. You can reach him at Cascade Endodontics at . According to the American Association of Endodontists, dentists […]
Your Provo Endodontist
Hello! If you’ve been to our blog before, you’ll know the basics of what Dr. Jon Jenson of Cascade Endodontics does. As a board certified endodontist and member of the Utah Association of Endodontics and American Association of Endodontists, Dr. Jenson specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases, infections, and trauma affecting dental pulp and nerves. […]
Trust Your Tooth Roots to an Endodontist
Do you know how much training your Provo endodontist has? Dr. Jenson received his undergraduate degree in biology from Brigham Young University (4 years), then his DDS from Virginia Commonwealth University Dental School (another 4 years), and finally spent another 2 years specializing in endodontics! That means that Dr. Jenson trained for 10 years just […]
Do You Think You Need a Root Canal?
Root canals commonly bring fear and anxiety to the minds of those who consider the treatment. However, this is often because of misunderstandings, not knowing what to expect and negative commentary associated with it. Cascade Endodontics understands this but also knows that the indication of a root canal is often an excruciating pain that […]