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Best Root Canal Dentists in Poway, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Dr. Guobin He, ranked #1 of 50 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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50 Poway clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 8 open Saturdays and 3 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 Poway at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Poway at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Guobin He73
2McKinney Family Dentistry - Dr. Chris McKinney, DDS73
3Pomerado Family Dental73
4Smiles By Dr.Leila73
5Dr. Joe H. Nguyen, DDS67
6Dr. Kevin Kohler67
7Dr. Louai Haidar, DDS67
8Family Dentistry67
9Hyun Derek DDS67
10Poway Dental Care67

The 50 best root canal dentists in Poway, 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 McKinney Family Dentistry - Dr. Chris McKinney, DDS

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for root canals in Poway 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 McKinney Family Dentistry - Dr. Chris McKinney, DDSFull profile
    In their words

    Welcome to McKinney Family Dentistry. We have been serving Poway and surrounding communities for over 40 years, first as Drs. Brannon and Brannon and now with Dr. Chris McKinney. Our goal has always been to treat our patients with honesty and integrity while providing excellent dentistry. We strive to create a comfortable family environment where patients can rest assured they will be treated with gentle care. We see patients of all ages and offer a full scope of general and…

    From McKinney Family Dentistry - Dr. Chris McKinney, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Pomerado Family Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for root canals in Poway 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 Pomerado Family DentalFull profile
    In their words

    To understand the difference at Pomerado Family Dental, we encourage new patients like you to come in and discover our office, meet our friendly dental team, and enjoy the benefits of advanced dental services while you sit back and relax with a neck pillow and headphones, or the sound of our calming waterfall not far out of reach. Excellence. Comfort. Health. It’s our goal; it’s your smile. Stop in to discover elevated dentistry at Pomerado Family Dentistry.

    From Pomerado Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  4. #4 Smiles By Dr.Leila

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for root canals in Poway 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 Smiles By Dr.LeilaFull profile
    In their words

    At Smiles By Dr. Leila, we’re honored to deliver comprehensive dentistry and a truly refreshing experience from start to finish in Poway, CA. From our quality-focused approach and soothing environment to our friendly team, everything we do is grounded in our passion for people and cultivating genuine relationships built on trust. We’re so glad you’re here, and we can’t wait to meet you!

    From Smiles By Dr.Leila's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 Poway Coast Dental

    13569 Poway Rd, Poway, CA 92064

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for root canals in Poway: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Poway Coast DentalFull profile(858) 486-3300
    In their words

    Poway Coast Dental is compassionate, patient, and highly-skilled to give you the smile that rebuilds your confidence. When you grin, the room gets brighter! That's why every smile deserves care that helps you feel more confident than before. We offer a variety of services including family and cosmetic dentistry, implants, teeth whitening, general cleanings, emergency dental options, and much more. With more than 30 years of experience, Dr. Rafael Infante provides care for…

    From Poway Coast Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 Wellness Dental Pomerado (Formerly Poway Valley Dental Group)

    15835 Pomerado Rd Suite 202, Poway, CA 92064, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for root canals in Poway: Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri closed · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Wellness Dental Pomerado (Formerly Poway Valley Dental Group)Full profile(858) 486-2224
    In their words

    At Wellness Dental Pomerado, we have extensive experience in all aspects of modern dentistry. We offer Comprehensive Dental Care, including everything from Preventive Education & Routine Hygiene that help to reduce dental problems to expert Cosmetic & Restorative solutions for the dental issues our patients face. From routine checkups to cosmetic & restorative care, Wellness Dental Group is your neighborhood headquarters for all things dental. We look forward to providing…

    From Wellness Dental Pomerado (Formerly Poway Valley Dental Group)'s own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 W. Robbi Wilson, DDS

    15725 Pomerado Rd UNIT 110, Poway, CA 92064

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for root canals in Poway: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–5 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at W. Robbi Wilson, DDSFull profile(858) 485-6900
    In their words

    Dr. Wilson attended UCSD, where he obtained his undergraduate degree in Biology. He was then accepted into UCLA’s prestigious School of Dentistry, where he graduated in the top 10% of his class. Dr. Wilson prides himself on minimizing pain and maximizing comfort while correcting his patients’ dental concerns. He enjoys utilizing sedation dentistry to help easy patients that experience dental anxiety, and loves helping patients straighten their smile with Invisalign.

    From W. Robbi Wilson, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Heavenly Smiles Dentist

    15644 Pomerado Rd #106, Poway, CA 92064

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for root canals in Poway: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Heavenly Smiles DentistFull profile(858) 648-6264
    In their words

    Poway looking for a dentist near you that will cater to various oral needs can be overwhelming, especially if you just moved to a new location in 92064. Your best shot would be to find a dentist in Poway who can offer different dental services and is not limited to one area of dentistry. Consider reaching out to our dentist office near you for treatment in various aspects of dental health like sleep apnea treatment, dental veneer installation, TMJ treatment, and tooth…

    From Heavenly Smiles Dentist's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Western Dental & Orthodontics

    12649 Poway Rd, Poway, CA 92064

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for root canals in Poway: 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(858) 375-7401
    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.

  23. #23 Poway Family Dental Group: Ryggs Lance DDS

    13616 Poway Rd # 100, Poway, CA 92064

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for root canals in Poway: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Poway Family Dental Group: Ryggs Lance DDSFull profile(858) 391-9300

  25. #25 Twin Peaks Dentistry

    14761 Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA 92064

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for root canals in Poway: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Twin Peaks DentistryFull profile(858) 748-5815

All 50 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26AllDent Dental Center: Tae Chung, DDS37
27Poway Dental Arts: Peter A. Rich, DMD37
28Erela Katz Rappaport37
29Poway Family Dental Group and Orthodontics37
30Oak Tree Dental37
31David H. Wong, DDS37
32Oral Prime37
33Poway Elite Dentistry37
34Dr. Ellen Im Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics37
35Julio H. Alonso DDS37
36Thomas Lynne D DDS37
37Dr. Dora E. Gallego D.D.S.37
38Stephen A Lee DDS, Elan D Lee DDS37
39Town and Country Dental37
40Rolling Hills Family Dentistry37
41Dr. Joe N.T. Nguyen DDS37
42North County Dental Group - Poway37
43Pomerado Dental Arts: Lana Gorin DMD37
44Gateway Smiles & Implant Center37
45William S. Combs, DDS37
46Myrna E Lazaga, DMD37
47Dr. Suhir Aswad, DDS33
48Pomerado Dental33
49Pham Gem T DDS33
50Gateway Dentistry33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Poway

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 Poway's 50 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in Poway

How much does a root canal cost in Poway?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Poway?
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 Poway

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 Poway root canal dentists

We scored 50 Poway 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 Poway 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 Poway: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Poway?

Dr. Guobin He ranks #1 of 50 Poway clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. McKinney Family Dentistry - Dr. Chris McKinney, 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 Poway, CA?

A root canal in Poway 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 Poway do root canals?

Yes. None of the 50 Poway 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 Poway root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

8 of 50 Poway clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including healthysmilesd.com, Poway Coast Dental and Wellness Dental Pomerado (Formerly Poway Valley Dental Group). 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 Poway?

50 Poway clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 8 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Poway

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 52 clinics.

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