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Best Root Canal Dentists in East Los Angeles, CA (2026)

14 clinics offering root canals, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Community Health Center, ranked #1 of 14 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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14 East Los Angeles clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 10 open Saturdays and 4 open after 6pm. None list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 root canal dentists in East Los Angeles at a glance

The 14 best root canal dentists in East Los Angeles, 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.

  1. #4 Dr. Namian Family Dentistry

    6529 Whittier Blvd, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for root canals in East Los Angeles: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    En Dr. Namian Family Dentistry tendrás por seguro que te daremos la mejor atención a ti y a tu familia porque aquí sí nos preocupamos por su salud y la belleza de su sonrisa y trabajamos mucho para hacerlo realidad. Nuestros servicios van desde limpieza dental rutinaria hasta extracciones e implantes. No nos cabe duda de que el mejor dentista general en su área.

    From Dr. Namian Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #5 Dr. Edwin O. Barzallo, DDS

    741 S Atlantic Blvd, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for root canals in East Los Angeles: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #6 West Coast Dental of East Los Angeles

    5162 Whittier Blvd, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for root canals in East Los Angeles: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Se habla Español. At West Coast Dental of East LA, we believe that a visit to the dentist should be as pleasant and stress-free as possible. That's why our dental offices were designed to keep patient comfort in mind. Whether you need to schedule a general checkup or require more extensive dental work, we will address any concerns you might have prior to treatment and answer all of your questions in a relaxed, pressure-free setting. At our dental practice, we offer: Easy…

    From West Coast Dental of East Los Angeles's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #7 Gentle Family Dental and Braces

    5207 Whittier Blvd, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for root canals in East Los Angeles: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Gentle Family Dental and Braces is a dental office serving the Los Angeles community for over 30 years. Our caring and capable staff strives to provide high quality work with affordable options. We want you to feel comfortable, at ease coming to your dental visit We offer general dentistry as well as implants, braces, root canals, and kids dentistry. Thank you for trusting us with your dental care.

    From Gentle Family Dental and Braces's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #8 Western Dental Kids

    4900 Whittier Blvd, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for root canals in East Los Angeles: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our Western Dental Kids office located near you specializes in children's dentistry and orthodontics and provides comprehensive care for infants, toddlers, children and teens. Our pediatric dentists and orthodontists provide quality, affordable dental care in a positive caring environment. Initial exams and regular checkups, preventative care like fluoride treatments and tooth sealants, routine cleanings, and fillings will insure your child maintains a beautiful smile and…

    From Western Dental Kids's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #9 Hope LA dentistry

    6046 Whittier Blvd, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for root canals in East Los Angeles: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Wed 9:30 AM–6 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9:30 AM–6 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #10 Silvas's Dental Office

    761 S Fetterly Ave, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for root canals in East Los Angeles: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue closed · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #11 Daoud DDS

    952 S Atlantic Blvd A, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for root canals in East Los Angeles: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed closed · Thu 10:30 AM–3 PM · Fri 10 AM–4 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    When you visit Daoud DDS in East Los Angeles, CA, you will experience all that modern dentistry has to offer, including a comprehensive list of general, restorative and cosmetic dental services to meet the needs of the whole family. Contact the office of Dr. Khaled Daoud DDS, today!

    From Daoud DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. #13 New Millennium Dental

    5165 Whittier Blvd # 103, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for root canals in East Los Angeles: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6 PM · Tue closed · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  10. #14 American Dental Academy

    212 S Atlantic Blvd, East Los Angeles, CA 90022

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for root canals in East Los Angeles on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    American Dental Academy was founded in 2005. It is an affiliated company of Western Health Occupational Training School, Inc. Western Health Occupational Training School, Inc., is a private institution and is approved to operate by the Bureau for Private Post secondary Education. It is our endeavor to prepare individuals with the knowledge and technical proficiency that will allow them to become immediately employable in a dental office upon graduation. It is our objective…

    From American Dental Academy's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Emergency and weekend dentists in East Los Angeles

Clinics that list same-day or emergency care, or post Saturday, Sunday or after-6 PM hours. Severe swelling or bleeding: go to a hospital.

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.

None of East Los Angeles's 14 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in East Los Angeles

How much does a root canal cost in East Los Angeles?

Typical ranges in USD for East Los Angeles, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does a root canal cost in East Los Angeles?
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 East Los Angeles

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 East Los Angeles root canal dentists

We scored 14 East Los Angeles clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. 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 East Los Angeles data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
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 East Los Angeles: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in East Los Angeles?

Community Health Center ranks #1 of 14 East Los Angeles clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Prakash Joshi, DDS 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 East Los Angeles, CA?

A root canal in East Los Angeles 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 East Los Angeles do root canals?

Yes. None of the 14 East Los Angeles clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data, so general dentists there typically provide it. 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.

Which East Los Angeles root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

10 of 14 East Los Angeles clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Dr. Namian Family Dentistry, Dr. Edwin O. Barzallo, DDS and West Coast Dental of East Los Angeles. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer root canals in East Los Angeles?

14 East Los Angeles clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 10 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for East Los Angeles

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 21 clinics.