Your teeth make several daily tasks possible—like eating, talking, and smiling. So, preserving these natural assets are extremely important to maintaining your lifestyle. When a tooth becomes infected or falls out, Dr. Jon Jenson at Cascade Endodontics in Orem makes it his top priority to preserve as much of the natural tooth as possible with […]
In the past, getting an infection in your tooth pulp or nerve meant losing the entire tooth. Tooth extraction can require a costly replacement (dental implant) that takes several months to heal. With today’s dental technology, root canal therapy now allows you to preserve your infected tooth and restore its health and functionality. In a […]
Root canal treatment has a high success rate around 90%, but what happens if you are one of the few whose root canal fails? Orem endodontist Dr. Jon W. Jenson takes great care to make sure the necessary precautions are taken to increase the likelihood of root canal success. However, if your root canal fails […]
If you have the common misperception that a root canal is one of the most painful dental procedures, think again. According to a survey by the American Association of Endodontists, patients who have been through root canal therapy are six times more likely to describe it as “painless” than patients that have not had […]
A root canal is a highly successful procedure in Orem. In fact, research indicates that root canals have a success rate around 90 percent. However, just like any dental procedure, it is important to understand the signs and causes of improper healing in your root canal so that you can get the proper care if […]
Do you have a crack in your tooth? Are you experiencing tooth pain? If so, you may have a root canal infection. One of the most common causes of root canal infection is a tooth crack. When a tooth crack extends down into the heart of the tooth, bacteria can easily seep in and cause […]
