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Best Root Canal Dentists in South Pasadena, CA (2026)

40 clinics offering root canals, rankedUpdated 1 endodontist0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for root canals: South Pasadena Endodontics, ranked #1 of 40 by service score; an endodontist on staff, 4.8★ from 27 Google reviews, 5 of 20 collected reviews mention root canals.

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40 South Pasadena clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an endodontist and 11 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 root canal dentists in South Pasadena at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in South Pasadena at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning root canal
1South Pasadena Endodontics78Yes (endodontist)4.8★ (27)5
2Adrian Sanchez, D.D.S73———
3Arroyo Parkway Dental73———
4Little Crown Pediatric Dentistry73———
5Santoro Dentistry73———
6SUPERB DENTAL CARE73———
7Tso, Vincent J. DMD FACP73———
8Aaron Tran67———
9California School-Dental Asst67———
10Caring Dental67———

The 40 best root canal dentists in South Pasadena, 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.

  3. #3 Arroyo Parkway Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for root canals in South Pasadena 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 Arroyo Parkway DentalFull profile
    In their words

    We opened our location in 2020. Fully renovated and ready to serve our community! At Arroyo Parkway Dental, our care and compassion for our patients will shine through. Comfort, honesty, and dentistry built to last, are not just words for us, they are our goals.

    From Arroyo Parkway Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 Santoro Dentistry

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for root canals in South Pasadena 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

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    In their words

    At Santoro Dentistry, your dentist in Pasadena, we are committed to giving you a beautiful and healthy smile. Our expert skills and compassionate care coupled with utilizing the latest advances in dental technology make every visit to our practice a positive, comfortable, and stress-free experience. Proudly serving the Pasadena community and the surrounding areas of South Pasadena, Altadena, La Cañada Flintridge, Glendale, Eagle Rock and San Marino for over 40 years, our…

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

  19. #19 City Dental: Cadaoas Josephine D DDS

    711 Fair Oaks Ave # B, South Pasadena, CA 91030

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for root canals in South Pasadena: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at City Dental: Cadaoas Josephine D DDSFull profile(626) 799-9909

  20. #20 Huntington Dental Excellence

    1730 Huntington Dr Suite #202, South Pasadena, CA 91030

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for root canals in South Pasadena: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 6 AM–6 PM · Tue–Thu 6 AM–7 PM · Fri 6 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Huntington Dental ExcellenceFull profile(626) 382-2756
    In their words

    When you visit our office, your smile is our top priority. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle care that you deserve. Located in South Pasadena, our office embodies the tranquil, relaxed and friendly atmosphere while still maintaining a completely up-to-date and professional yet caring environment.

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

  23. #23 Dr. Hala Al-Tarifi, DDS

    1730 Huntington Dr #102, South Pasadena, CA 91030, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for root canals in South Pasadena: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Hala Al-Tarifi, DDSFull profile(626) 799-2990

  24. #24 Jennifer Cha, DMD, MS

    1941 W Huntington Dr Suite D, South Pasadena, CA 91030

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for root canals in South Pasadena: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–2 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sat 10 AM–6 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Jennifer Cha, DMD, MSFull profile(626) 415-6286
    In their words

    If you're looking for a dental implant appointment with a Pasadena dentist, American Dental Implant Center has a comfortable, relaxing environment that's conducive to your care. We understand that you may feel slightly hesitant about visiting a dentist, especially if you've not had an appointment in some time. Our friendly, helpful office staff will address your concerns in a proactive manner, and it's our goal to help you keep your teeth and gums as healthy as possible

    From Jennifer Cha, DMD, MS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Sinai Dental Practice

    820 Mission St a, South Pasadena, CA 91030

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for root canals in South Pasadena: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Sinai Dental PracticeFull profile(626) 405-9090

All 40 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #40, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Pallares Bernard J DDS47Evenings
27Dr. Kenneth K. Chan, DDS43Sat
28Healthy Smile Family Dentistry43Sat
29Mission Dental43Sat
30Katow Vincent DDS43Sat
31Dentists of South Pasadena37
32Huntington Oral Surgery and Implant Center37
33Jennifer Chen DDS37
34South Pasadena Dental Group37
35South Pasadena Oral & MaxillofacialSurgery37
36Kent Wilson DDS, Inc & Harringer Dental37
37Dr. Peter Pappas33
38South Pasadena Dental: Schar Iriena DDS33
39Elements Dental Office33
40South Pasadena Smiles33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in South Pasadena

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.

1 of South Pasadena's 40 clinics offering root canals has an endodontist on staff. See endodontists in South Pasadena

How much does a root canal cost in South Pasadena?

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

How much does a root canal cost in South Pasadena?
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 South Pasadena

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 South Pasadena root canal dentists

We scored 40 South Pasadena 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 South Pasadena 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 South Pasadena: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in South Pasadena?

South Pasadena Endodontics ranks #1 of 40 South Pasadena clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has an endodontist on staff and 4.8★ from 27 Google reviews. Adrian Sanchez, D.D.S 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 South Pasadena, CA?

A root canal in South Pasadena 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 South Pasadena do root canals?

Yes. 39 of the 40 South Pasadena clinics offering root canals do not list an endodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 1 lists 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 South Pasadena root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

11 of 40 South Pasadena clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including City Dental, City Dental: Cadaoas Josephine D DDS and Jacqueline C Aguillon DDS. 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 South Pasadena?

40 South Pasadena clinics list root canals in our data. 1 of them lists an endodontist on staff. They include South Pasadena Endodontics. 11 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for South Pasadena

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 50 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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