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Best Root Canal Dentists in Lemon Grove, CA (2026)

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    Best overall for root canals: Cregg Cathy, ranked #1 of 17 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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17 Lemon Grove clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays. 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 Lemon Grove at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Lemon Grove at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Cregg Cathy67
2Jean Emile Piansay67
3Masheil Zakariya67
4Smile Burst Dentistry: Toma David DDS67
5Iris Dental47
6Western Dental & Orthodontics43
7Lemon Grove Dental Care: Randall J. Sulzer, DDS37
8Lemon Grove Family Health Center37
9Smile Burst Dentistry37
10Wong Ham Sang DDS37

The 17 best root canal dentists in Lemon Grove, 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.

  6. #6 Western Dental & Orthodontics

    7046 Broadway Ln, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for root canals in Lemon Grove: 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

    Book appointment at Western Dental & OrthodonticsFull profile(619) 419-1298
    In their words

    We make high quality dental care convenient and affordable at our Western Dental office located near you. Our friendly and experienced dental professionals provide a wide range of family dental services including orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and emergency dental care. Our general dentists, specialists and hygienists are all under one roof. Which means that treatment for implants, braces, or periodontal care can take place in the same office. Here, we gladly treat…

    From Western Dental & Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  7. #7 Lemon Grove Dental Care: Randall J. Sulzer, DDS

    7854 Golden Ave, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for root canals in Lemon Grove 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–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lemon Grove Dental Care: Randall J. Sulzer, DDSFull profile(619) 463-4459

  8. #8 Lemon Grove Family Health Center

    7592 Broadway Ln, Lemon Grove, CA 91945, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for root canals in Lemon Grove 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–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lemon Grove Family Health CenterFull profile(619) 515-2550

  9. #9 Smile Burst Dentistry

    7040 Broadway Ln a27, Lemon Grove, CA 91945, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for root canals in Lemon Grove 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–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Smile Burst DentistryFull profile(619) 667-1088

  11. #11 Swartzberg Kevin DDS

    3050 Main St, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for root canals in Lemon Grove 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–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Swartzberg Kevin DDSFull profile(619) 463-9931

  12. #12 Apex Dental

    7854 Golden Ave, Lemon Grove, CA 91945, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for root canals in Lemon Grove 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 closed · Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Apex DentalFull profile(619) 463-4459

  14. #14 Lemon Grove Medical & Dental Clinic

    7967 Broadway Ln, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for root canals in Lemon Grove 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–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lemon Grove Medical & Dental ClinicFull profile(619) 741-7423

  15. #15 Lemon Grove Dental Group

    8100 Broadway Ln, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for root canals in Lemon Grove 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–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lemon Grove Dental GroupFull profile

  16. #16 Skyline Family Dental

    1411 Skyline Dr, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for root canals in Lemon Grove 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 1 PM–6 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Skyline Family DentalFull profile(619) 464-1794

  17. #17 La Maestra Dental Clinic

    7139 Broadway Ln, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for root canals in Lemon Grove 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–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at La Maestra Dental ClinicFull profile(619) 255-9160

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Lemon Grove

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 Lemon Grove's 17 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in Lemon Grove

How much does a root canal cost in Lemon Grove?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Lemon Grove?
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 Lemon Grove

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 Lemon Grove root canal dentists

We scored 17 Lemon Grove clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 3 were excluded (3 duplicate listings). 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 Lemon Grove 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 Lemon Grove: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Lemon Grove?

Cregg Cathy ranks #1 of 17 Lemon Grove clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Jean Emile Piansay 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 Lemon Grove, CA?

A root canal in Lemon Grove 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 Lemon Grove do root canals?

Yes. None of the 17 Lemon Grove 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 Lemon Grove root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 17 Lemon Grove clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Iris Dental and Western Dental & Orthodontics. 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 Lemon Grove?

17 Lemon Grove clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Lemon Grove

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 19 clinics.
  2. : 3 duplicate listings merged.

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