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Best Root Canal Dentists in San Bruno, CA (2026)

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

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    Best overall for root canals: Phamily pediatric dentistry Pham Hung DDS, ranked #1 of 32 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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32 San Bruno 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 San Bruno at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in San Bruno at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Phamily pediatric dentistry Pham Hung DDS73
2San Bruno Dental Excellence67
3Tanforan Dental Care67
4Dental Building67
5Dr. Daniel J. Romeo, DDS67
6DR. EUGENE V. ESPIRITU, APDC67
7Dr. Maria Corazon R. David-Arrobio, DDS67
8Dr. Miltiades Bunuan67
9Family Dental Care67
10Family Dentistry San Bruno67

The 32 best root canal dentists in San Bruno, 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 San Bruno

    #1 Phamily pediatric dentistry Pham Hung DDS

    1001 San Bruno Ave W, San Bruno, CA 94066

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for root canals in San Bruno 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 Phamily pediatric dentistry Pham Hung DDSFull profile(650) 989-9299

  2. #2 San Bruno Dental Excellence

    504 Linden Ave, San Bruno, CA 94066

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for root canals in San Bruno: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–7 PM · Sun 8 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at San Bruno Dental ExcellenceFull profile(650) 589-8658
    In their words

    San Bruno Dental Excellence Is Here to Service All Your Dental Care Needs! At San Bruno Dental Excellence, we have extensive experience in all aspects of modern dentistry. We offer Comprehensive Dental Care, including everything from the Preventive Education & Routine Hygiene that help to reduce dental problems to expert Cosmetic & Restorative solutions for the dental issues our patients face. We are the leading dentist in San Bruno for dental implants, dentures, and bone…

    From San Bruno Dental Excellence's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Tanforan Dental Care

    1150 El Camino Real #128, San Bruno, CA 94066

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for root canals in San Bruno: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Tanforan Dental CareFull profile(650) 873-8888

  15. #15 Bayhill Dental Care

    851 Cherry Ave #36, San Bruno, CA 94066

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for root canals in San Bruno: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–7 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Bayhill Dental CareFull profile(650) 873-9500

  16. #16 Wayne W Lee DDS and Associates

    931 San Bruno Ave W #3, San Bruno, CA 94066, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for root canals in San Bruno: 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 Wayne W Lee DDS and AssociatesFull profile(650) 835-7183
    In their words

    Due to an increased number of patients who were coming to our San Francisco office from the south of the city, we have opened our second office in San Bruno to increase our capacity to serve you. We will continue our tradition of excellence of our San Francisco office which was established in 2001.

    From Wayne W Lee DDS and Associates's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 San Bruno Smiles

    931 San Bruno Ave W Suite 8, San Bruno, CA 94066, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for root canals in San Bruno: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 8 AM–1 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at San Bruno SmilesFull profile(650) 588-8548

  23. #23 Dr. Nicole Parsons, DDS

    2102 Crestmoor Dr, San Bruno, CA 94066, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for root canals in San Bruno: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 11 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Nicole Parsons, DDSFull profile(650) 873-4685

  24. #24 San Bruno Dental Care: Dr. Fabiana Melo, DDS

    211 El Camino Real, San Bruno, CA 94066, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for root canals in San Bruno 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 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at San Bruno Dental Care: Dr. Fabiana Melo, DDSFull profile(650) 589-4784

All 32 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #32, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Russo Dental Care37
27Dr. Mario Benavente, DDS37
28Dr. Pedro Avendano37
29San Bruno Smile37
30Thodas & Tran General Dentistry37
31Allison Perry DMD37
32Orthoworks Invisalign and Orthodontic Group33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in San Bruno

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 San Bruno's 32 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in San Bruno

How much does a root canal cost in San Bruno?

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

How much does a root canal cost in San Bruno?
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 San Bruno

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 San Bruno root canal dentists

We scored 32 San Bruno clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 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 San Bruno 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 San Bruno: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in San Bruno?

Phamily pediatric dentistry Pham Hung DDS ranks #1 of 32 San Bruno clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. San Bruno Dental Excellence ranks #2 (evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours). 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 San Bruno, CA?

A root canal in San Bruno 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 San Bruno do root canals?

Yes. None of the 32 San Bruno 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 San Bruno root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

10 of 32 San Bruno clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including San Bruno Dental Excellence, Tanforan Dental Care and Bayhill 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 San Bruno?

32 San Bruno 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 San Bruno

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 32 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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