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Best Root Canal Dentists in La Mirada, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Dr. Ming-Ya J. Chwu, DDS, ranked #1 of 37 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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37 La Mirada clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 6 open Saturdays and 5 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 La Mirada at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in La Mirada at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Ming-Ya J. Chwu, DDS73
2Humanity Dental73
3Olive Tree Dental73
4Alfredo Ayala67
5Dr. Alina Gad67
6Dr. Gilbert Lay67
7Dr. Laarni B. Diamse, DDS67
8Dr. Magdy W. Gad, DDS67
9Dr. Myung S. Kim, DDS67
10Dr. Naila Farukhi67

The 37 best root canal dentists in La Mirada, 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. Ranked #1 for root canal in La Mirada

    #1 Dr. Ming-Ya J. Chwu, DDS

    15651 Imperial Hwy. #201A, La Mirada, CA 90638, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for root canals in La Mirada 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 Dr. Ming-Ya J. Chwu, DDSFull profile(562) 902-9100

  3. #3 Olive Tree Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for root canals in La Mirada 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 Olive Tree DentalFull profile
    In their words

    When you visit La Mirada, CA, dentist Dr. Greg Navarrete your smile is our top priority. Dr. Navarrete and the entire team at Olive Tree Dental are dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle dental care that you deserve. Come to see us today. We are proud to provide dental care for La Mirada, Whittier, Cerritos, Buena Park, CA, & all of Los Angeles County, CA. We provide compassionate general dentistry, family dentistry, and the most up to date cosmetic…

    From Olive Tree Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Smile Family Dentistry: Dumalaog-Cruz Josephine DDS

    15862 Imperial Hwy., La Mirada, CA 90638

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for root canals in La Mirada 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 Smile Family Dentistry: Dumalaog-Cruz Josephine DDSFull profile(562) 947-9500

All 37 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #37, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Mary's office53Sat · Sun
27La Mirada Dental Care47Sat
28Happy Braces Orthodontics, La Mirada47Sat
29Imperial Dental: Sergio Ocampo DDS47Evenings
30Bright Dental Of La Mirada47Evenings
31Eynald A Duarte Inc47Sat
32Global Family Dentistry Inc47Evenings
33Kids & Braces43Evenings
34Dr. Chong H. RHA, DDS43Sat
35Happy Dental Land37
36My La Mirada Dentist37
37Dr. Albert W. Friedman, DDS33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in La Mirada

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 La Mirada's 37 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in La Mirada

How much does a root canal cost in La Mirada?

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

How much does a root canal cost in La Mirada?
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 La Mirada

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 La Mirada root canal dentists

We scored 37 La Mirada 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 La Mirada 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 La Mirada: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in La Mirada?

Dr. Ming-Ya J. Chwu, DDS ranks #1 of 37 La Mirada clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Humanity Dental 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 La Mirada, CA?

A root canal in La Mirada 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 La Mirada do root canals?

Yes. None of the 37 La Mirada 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 La Mirada root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

6 of 37 La Mirada clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Dentistry, Mary's office and La Mirada Dental Care. 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 La Mirada?

37 La Mirada clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 6 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for La Mirada

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 46 clinics.

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