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 […]
How Long Does Root Canal Surgery Take?
It is a common misconception that root canals are lengthy and involved, multi-visit procedures that involve many follow-up appointments. The good news is that most root canal procedures can be completed in one or two visits. Dr. Jon Jenson may have you come in for a follow up appointment just to check and make sure […]
Do You Need a Root Canal? Here’s Help To Answer Your Question
Even just hearing the words “root canal” is enough to make most people cringe. But what most people don’t realize is that sometimes a root canal is necessary to save a tooth, so this is actually a good thing. We encourage our patients to pay close attention to their overall oral health, especially when there […]
When You Might Need to Have a Root Canal
When it comes to taking care of your teeth, we ascribe to the old adage – “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” We hope that our patients pay close attention to their oral health to avoid injury or infection that might lead them to needing a root canal. That said, however, […]
Do You Need a Root Canal in Provo?
The mere words “root canal” make most people cringe. But the truth is, sometimes a root canal is necessary to save a tooth. We encourage our patients to pay close attention to their overall oral health, especially when there are signs of infection. So how do you know if you might need a root canal? […]


