Let’s talk about the root canal procedure (“endodontic therapy” in dentist-speak). 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 […]
We know you’d probably rather not have to be searching for the best root canals in Utah County—but you’d be surprised how many of your friends and neighbors have had root canals. The procedure is more common than you might think.
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? […]
As a board certified endodontist and member of the Utah Association of Endodontics and American Association of Endodontists, Dr. Jon Jenson specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases, infections, and trauma affecting dental pulp and nerves. You’ll see (and feel) a noticeable difference in getting root canal therapy or a cracked tooth repaired from a Utah […]
There probably isn’t a more feared phrase in the dental industry than “you need a root canal.” But the truth is, this procedure is routine–and it doesn’t have to be anxiety-producing. Let’s take a look at the procedure and try to dispel some of the common myths that go along with it. At the center […]
Are you experiencing severe tooth pain? Do you notice uncharacteristic swelling or discoloration around one of your teeth? If so, you may need root canal therapy to save your tooth from extraction. When bacteria leaks into a tooth by way of an untreated cavity, tooth crack, or other means, infection develops and begins to cause […]
