When you get root canal treatment, your endodontist goes to great lengths to clean and remove the bacteria and decay that caused the toothache. A common but critical mistake that individuals make is procrastinating the placement of the final crown. By living with a temporary and not getting a permanent crown, you place your root canal […]
If you are experiencing tooth pain, there is something you should know: Tooth pain is never normal. Thankfully Dr. Jon Jenson in Utah County can diagnose unexplained tooth pain. If your tooth is giving you pain, there are a number of reasons that could be behind the cause. Unexplained tooth pain can be extremely frustrating–not […]
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, […]
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. […]
The root canal may the most cringe-worthy dental treatment commonly done today, but it is important that dental patients know what is happening during this anxiety-inducing, though routine, procedure. At the center of each tooth is a very small tissue called the pulp. This thread-like tissue can become damaged due to a: An injury to […]
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? […]
