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Best Root Canal Dentists in Castro Valley, CA (2026)

43 clinics offering root canals, rankedUpdated 1 endodontist0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for root canals: Allure Family Dentistry, ranked #1 of 43 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

  2. 9

    Best specialist (endodontist): Endodontics and Microsurgery, an endodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, 6 of 15 collected reviews mention root canals.

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43 Castro Valley clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an endodontist. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 root canal dentists in Castro Valley at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Castro Valley at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning root canal
1Allure Family Dentistry73———
2Castro Valley Dental Care73———
3Castro Valley Dentistry Anju Aneja DDS73———
4David MacKenzie, DDS73———
5Dr. Alan Tanisawa, DDS73———
6Marc Chhina, DDS73———
7Shimane Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Casey K. Shimane, DDS, PC73———
8Valley View Dental, Kiran khemani DDS73———
9Endodontics and Microsurgery72Yes (endodontist)5.0★ (15)6
10Castillo Jan67———

The 43 best root canal dentists in Castro Valley, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

  2. #2 Castro Valley Dental Care

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for root canals in Castro Valley on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Castro Valley Dental CareFull profile
    In their words

    We are a unique, high-tech dental office that provides excellence in cosmetic, restorative and implant dentistry. We bring art and science together to improve the lives of our clients. Using the latest in advanced dental technology, we create dazzling smiles that brighten your life

    From Castro Valley Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Castro Valley Dentistry Anju Aneja DDS

    22233 Redwood Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94546, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for root canals in Castro Valley on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Castro Valley Dentistry Anju Aneja DDSFull profile(510) 582-7122
    In their words

    Castro Valley Dentistry provides high quality general, preventive, and cosmetic dental services to patients in Castro Valley, CA and the surrounding areas, including teeth whitening, dental cleanings, extractions, fillings, root canal therapy, crowns, dentures, and more. Our friendly dentist, Dr. Anju Aneja, goes out of her way to make every patient feel comfortable during their appointment.

    From Castro Valley Dentistry Anju Aneja DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  4. #4 David MacKenzie, DDS

    20265 Lake Chabot Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94546

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for root canals in Castro Valley on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at David MacKenzie, DDSFull profile(510) 881-8010
    In their words

    Dr. David MacKenzie is committed to patient comfort and has spent years studying and becoming certified in dental sedation techniques. With almost 40 years of experience, you are in knowledgeable hands with Dr. MacKenzie. In addition to sedation dentistry, Dr. MacKenzie offers a variety of treatments, including dental implants, root canals, dentures, teeth whitening, and veneers. You can schedule appointments with Dr. MacKenzie online or by calling the practice.

    From David MacKenzie, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  6. #6 Marc Chhina, DDS

    20265 Lake Chabot Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94546, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for root canals in Castro Valley on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Marc Chhina, DDSFull profile(510) 881-8010
    In their words

    For more than a decade, Dr. Marc Chhina has been treating patients at both the San Leandro and Castro Valley, California offices of Creative Dimensions in Dentistry. He provides expert dental services, including teeth whitening, veneers, crowns, bridges, dental implants, dentures, and more. You can schedule an appointment with Dr. Chhina by calling the practicing or by booking online today.

    From Marc Chhina, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  7. #7 Shimane Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Casey K. Shimane, DDS, PC

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for root canals in Castro Valley on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Shimane Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Casey K. Shimane, DDS, PCFull profile
    In their words

    Dr. Shimane is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Board Certified Surgeon) caring for patients in the greater Bay Area. In addition to his private practice, Dr. Shimane is also on-staff at two major trauma centers: Eden Medical Center and Highland General Hospital, where he treats patients with severe facial trauma. Dr. Shimane is certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support, and is an instructor in Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac…

    From Shimane Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Casey K. Shimane, DDS, PC's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  8. #8 Valley View Dental, Kiran khemani DDS

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for root canals in Castro Valley on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Valley View Dental, Kiran khemani DDSFull profile
    In their words

    As the owner of Valley View Dental , Dr Khemani is excited to be a part of the Beautiful and Warm community of Castro Valley , Hayward and surrounding areas. Having practiced in the Bay Area for over 18 yrs she is proud to provide her expert and gentle dental services to all her patients. She believes in giving back to the community as seen by her participation in various community events like the East Bay Stand down where she along with her wonderful assistant Holly made a…

    From Valley View Dental, Kiran khemani DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 43 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #43, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Ladue Family Dentistry67
27Nazish Mir67
28Shimane M Jean DDS67
29Wong Terence C DDS67
30Ted S. Krzywicki, DDS37
31Dr. Monika Dahiya, DMD37
32Mark S. Murphy, DDS37
33Dr Vijay Munagala DDS - Redwood Dental Smiles - Castro Valley, CA37
34Dr. Haritha Tirupathi DDS37
35Simply Smiles, Phoebe Montemayor DDS37
36Redwood Canyon Dentistry37
37Castro Valley Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics33
38Castro Valley Dental Care: Partrite David A DDS33
39Dr. Jennifer N. Young, DDS33
40Dr. Edwin M. Tjan, DDS33
41Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics33
42James M. Wilson DDS33
43Chabot Dental Center33

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What is a root canal?

A root canal removes infected or inflamed pulp from inside a tooth, then cleans, disinfects and seals the canals. It is done to save a natural tooth that would otherwise need to come out. Most back teeth need a crown afterward.

Root canal: specialist or general dentist?

Many general dentists perform root canals, especially on front teeth and premolars. Endodontists are root canal specialists with 2–3 extra years of training. They are often recommended for molars with curved or hidden canals, retreatments, and teeth with unusual anatomy.

1 of Castro Valley's 43 clinics offering root canals has an endodontist on staff. See endodontists in Castro Valley

How much does a root canal cost in Castro Valley?

Typical ranges in USD for Castro Valley, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does a root canal cost in Castro Valley?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Front tooth (anterior)$980–$1,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Premolar (bicuspid)$1,100–$1,700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Molar$1,400–$1,950DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Retreatment of a previous root canal$1,550–$2,350DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full root canal cost guide for Castro Valley

What to expect from a root canal

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

A root canal: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visits1–2 visits, plus a later visit for a crown on most back teeth
Chair timeAbout 60–90 minutes per visit
RecoveryMost patients return to normal activity the next day; tenderness for a few days is common
When to see a specialistMolars, retreatment of an earlier root canal, calcified or curved canals, or when your dentist refers you

How we ranked Castro Valley root canal dentists

We scored 43 Castro Valley clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 duplicate listings). Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Castro Valley data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

Root canals in Castro Valley: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Castro Valley?

Allure Family Dentistry ranks #1 of 43 Castro Valley clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Castro Valley Dental Care ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an endodontist on staff.

How much does a root canal cost in Castro Valley, CA?

A root canal in Castro Valley typically costs $980–$1,960 USD. By type: front tooth (anterior) $980–$1,450; premolar (bicuspid) $1,100–$1,700; molar $1,400–$1,950. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Castro Valley do root canals?

Yes. 42 of the 43 Castro Valley clinics offering root canals do not list an endodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 1 lists an endodontist on staff. Typical reasons to see an endodontist: molars, retreatment of an earlier root canal, calcified or curved canals, or when your dentist refers you.

Is a root canal covered by insurance or Medicaid in California?

Many dental insurance plans cover root canals as basic or major care, often at 50–80% after the deductible, up to the annual maximum. The crown is usually billed separately. Medicaid coverage for adults varies by state.

Does a root canal hurt?

Most patients say a root canal feels similar to getting a filling, because the tooth is numbed with local anesthetic. The infection beforehand is often more painful than the procedure. Mild soreness for a few days afterward is common and usually eases with over-the-counter pain relief.

How many dentists offer root canals in Castro Valley?

43 Castro Valley clinics list root canals in our data. 1 of them lists an endodontist on staff. They include Endodontics and Microsurgery. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Castro Valley

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 57 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.

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