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

45 clinics offering root canals, rankedUpdated 2 endodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for root canals: LU Endodontics, ranked #1 of 45 by service score; an endodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 139 Google reviews, 10 of 20 collected reviews mention root canals.

  2. 2

    Best specialist (endodontist): Eugene J Schmidt, DDS, an endodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 162 Google reviews.

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45 Fountain Valley clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 2 list an endodontist and 8 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them.

Top 10 root canal dentists in Fountain Valley at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Fountain Valley at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning root canal
1LU Endodontics80Yes (endodontist)5.0★ (139)10
2Eugene J Schmidt, DDS76Yes (endodontist)5.0★ (162)—
3Bleach Dental - Thimy D. Le, DMD73———
4Eugene J. Schmidt73———
5Mile Square Park Family Dental Group: Anisha Nguyen, DDS73———
6Nagel Chris D DDS73———
7Naman Zia Ebrahimi, DMD73———
8Dentistry67———
9Dr. Andrew C. Kim, DDS67———
10Dr. Gregory Le67———

The 45 best root canal dentists in Fountain 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.

  4. #4 Eugene J. Schmidt

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for root canals in Fountain 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 Eugene J. SchmidtFull profile
    In their words

    Nothing makes Dr. Schmidt and his dedicated team happier than helping patients achieve a healthy and beautiful smile. Whether you are visiting our practice for minor cosmetic dentistry enhancements or more significant restorative dentistry work, we combine our compassionate approach with the latest in dental techniques to produce excellent results. At our Fountain Valley, CA dental office, we have the training and expertise to provide optimal oral health for patients of all…

    From Eugene J. Schmidt's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 Mile Square Park Family Dental Group: Anisha Nguyen, DDS

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for root canals in Fountain 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 Mile Square Park Family Dental Group: Anisha Nguyen, DDSFull profile
    In their words

    Aquí en el grupo dental familiar Mile Square Park nos esforzamos por brindar el mejor tratamiento al menor costo. Nuestra oficina es moderna, limpia, fresca, con entretenimiento de alta tecnología. Nuestro objetivo es proteger y mantener sus hermosos dientes a través de una odontología de alta calidad, un diagnóstico preciso y habilidades técnicas con nuestras tecnologías modernas.

    From Mile Square Park Family Dental Group: Anisha Nguyen, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  7. #7 Naman Zia Ebrahimi, DMD

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for root canals in Fountain 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 Naman Zia Ebrahimi, DMDFull profile
    In their words

    Dr. Naman Zia Ebrahimi is a family and cosmetic dentist in the city of Fountain Valley, CA committed to providing comfortable and convenient dentistry to you and your family. Not happy with your smile? No problem! Call us to find out how we can help you achieve the beautiful smile you deserve. Don't let a toothache ruin your day! We have same day appointments available for dental emergencies, including root canals and extractions. Set up your next dental checkup with us to…

    From Naman Zia Ebrahimi, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Cosmetic Dentistry Center

    10810 Warner Ave #1, Fountain Valley, CA 92708

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for root canals in Fountain Valley: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cosmetic Dentistry CenterFull profile(714) 965-1093
    In their words

    Providing general and cosmetic dentistry services. We also provide dental implant services. Services provided include * Cosmetic Bonding * Crowns and Bridges * Porcelain and Veneer * Children Dentistry * Tooth Whitening * Root Canal Therapy * Extraction * Gum Disease Treatment * Dentures and Denture Repair * Dentures

    From Cosmetic Dentistry Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Fountain Valley Dental Esthetics

    17900 Brookhurst St # A, Fountain Valley, CA 92708

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for root canals in Fountain Valley: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–8:30 PM · Wed 10 AM–8 PM · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Fountain Valley Dental EstheticsFull profile(714) 887-4337

  24. #24 Andreea Moisiuc DDS

    17037 Brookhurst St #4, Fountain Valley, CA 92708

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for root canals in Fountain Valley: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9:30 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Andreea Moisiuc DDSFull profile(714) 962-2300
    In their words

    Dentistry - with a gentle touch. Our two goals are happy patients and bright, confident smiles. Be it a dental implant, teeth crown,denture, veneers, whitening, cleaning, Xray, exam or a second opinion, we will make sure that your smile is brighter and you feel at ease during the treatment. Most insurances, HMO, PPO, Delta and Denti-cal accepted. New patient specials: $49 Exam, Xray and Cleaning $99 Teeth Whitening, Exam, Xray and Cleaning FREE Whitening for life when…

    From Andreea Moisiuc DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Warner Dental - Fountain Valley

    9520 Warner Ave # B, Fountain Valley, CA 92708

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for root canals in Fountain Valley: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Warner Dental - Fountain ValleyFull profile(714) 377-0117

All 45 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #45, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Fountain Valley Dentistry47Sat
27Dr. Tan D. Bui, DDS47Sat
28Dr. Robert F. Childs, DDS, Inc.47Evenings
29Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics43Sat
30Brite Smile Dental Office. Sakr, Shaaban DDS43Evenings
31Dr. Kim Q. Le, DDS43Evenings
32David Cohen | DDS37
33Essential Smiles Dentistry37
34Hagen & Pham Dental37
35Chew Chew Dental37
36Dr. Joseph O'Connor & Dr. Claudia O'Connor D.D.S.37
37Bijan Family Dental Practice37
38Dr Chris Smiles Dental Care by Dr. Chris T. Nguyen, DDS37
39JP Dental Care: Jonggoo Park, DDS37
40So Cal Prosthodontics | Robert Mokbel, DDS37
41Medical Center Dental Group of Fountain Valley37
42Dentaland33
43Dr. Nguyen Alex DDS33
44Bijan Modjtahedi DDS, MAGD, FACD, FICD33
45Dr. Monglan Ho, DDS33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Fountain Valley

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.

2 of Fountain Valley's 45 clinics offering root canals have an endodontist on staff. See endodontists in Fountain Valley

How much does a root canal cost in Fountain Valley?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Fountain 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 Fountain 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 Fountain Valley root canal dentists

We scored 45 Fountain Valley clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Fountain 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 Fountain Valley: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Fountain Valley?

LU Endodontics ranks #1 of 45 Fountain Valley clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has an endodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 139 Google reviews. Eugene J Schmidt, DDS ranks #2 (an endodontist on staff). 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 Fountain Valley, CA?

A root canal in Fountain 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 Fountain Valley do root canals?

Yes. 43 of the 45 Fountain Valley clinics offering root canals do not list an endodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 2 list 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.

Which Fountain Valley root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

8 of 45 Fountain Valley clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Cosmetic Dentistry Center, Oceanic Dental and Dental Arts. 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 Fountain Valley?

45 Fountain Valley clinics list root canals in our data. 2 of them list an endodontist on staff. They include LU Endodontics and Eugene J Schmidt, DDS. 8 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Fountain Valley

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 71 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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