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Best Root Canal Dentists in Torrance, CA (2026)

74 clinics offering root canals, rankedUpdated 2 endodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for root canals: Alpine Village Dental, ranked #1 of 74 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

  2. 4

    Best specialist (endodontist): Torrance Endodontix, an endodontist on staff, 3.9★ from 40 Google reviews, 12 of 20 collected reviews mention root canals.

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74 Torrance clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 2 list an endodontist, 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 24 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them.

Top 10 root canal dentists in Torrance at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Torrance at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning root canalSame-day
1Alpine Village Dental82———Yes
2Rolling Hills Dental Care73————
3Sparkle Family Dentistry - Torrance73————
4Torrance Endodontix69Yes (endodontist)3.9★ (40)12—
5Maria Elena Newcomer, DDS68Yes (endodontist)4.1★ (16)2—
6Carson Vermont Family Dental67————
7Del Amo Dental Group67————
8Dental Office67————
9Dentists of South Bay67————
10Dong Kim67————

The 74 best root canal dentists in Torrance, 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 Torrance

    #1 Alpine Village Dental

    833 W Torrance Blvd #104, Torrance, CA 90502

    82/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for root canals in Torrance: emergency visits and evening hours.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Alpine Village DentalFull profile(310) 538-3639
    In their words

    Se habla Español We work with your insurance to minimize costs. Torrance Dentist, Dr. Mala Sheth and her team at Alpine Village Dental offer premium general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry. Alpine Village Dental has established itself as one of the most leading dental practices in the city of Torrance. Torrance dentist, Dr. Sheth has been practicing dentistry for over 30 years and has gained a reputation for offering exceptional dental work while also providing extra…

    From Alpine Village Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 Sparkle Family Dentistry - Torrance

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for root canals in Torrance 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 Sparkle Family Dentistry - TorranceFull profile
    In their words

    At Sparkle Family Dentistry, you are assured of finding a seasoned dentist in Torrance, CA. Our experienced Torrance dentist expertly delivers top-of-the-line dental services, including general and cosmetic dentistry, exams and cleanings, emergency dentist near me, preventive dentistry, pediatric dentistry, and dental implants near me. For combined 35 years, our dentists 90505 have been tirelessly and expertly serving our patients who reside in dentist Carson, Crenshaw,…

    From Sparkle Family Dentistry - Torrance's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  9. #9 Dentists of South Bay

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for root canals in Torrance 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 Dentists of South BayFull profile
    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Dentists of South Bay! With state-of-the-art infection control procedures in place, our #1 goal is to keep you and your family safe. We provide comprehensive specialty services with advanced, proven technology and offer customized financial solutions for you. We are proud to be your complete Torrance dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral Surgery, Wisdom…

    From Dentists of South Bay's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 PCH Smiles Dentistry and Orthodontics

    2740 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Torrance, CA 90505

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for root canals in Torrance: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–7 PM · Thu 7 AM–6 PM · Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at PCH Smiles Dentistry and OrthodonticsFull profile(310) 534-3002
    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to PCH Smiles Dentistry and Orthodontics! With state-of-the-art infection control procedures in place, our #1 goal is to keep you and your family safe. We provide comprehensive specialty services with advanced, proven technology and offer customized financial solutions for you. We are proud to be your complete Torrance dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral…

    From PCH Smiles Dentistry and Orthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Dr. Joe Dentistry

    22248 Palos Verdes Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for root canals in Torrance: evening hours and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 11 AM–8 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–3 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Joe DentistryFull profile(310) 570-2234

  24. #24 Torrance Dental Care: Naomi Osada DDS

    3949 Artesia Blvd, Torrance, CA 90504, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for root canals in Torrance: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Torrance Dental Care: Naomi Osada DDSFull profile(310) 956-4989
    In their words

    Torrance Dental Care is the the state-of-the-art dental practice of Dr. Naomi Osada, who has over 20 years of experience. Our mission is to maintain healthy and beautiful smiles and to provide the highest quality dental care to keep your smile looking and functioning at its best. Whether you’re in need of urgent dental care, a routine cleaning, or anything in between, we are your one stop source for oral care for your whole family. When it comes to the oral health of you and…

    From Torrance Dental Care: Naomi Osada DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Angel Dental Group Torrance

    1515 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA 90501

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for root canals in Torrance: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Angel Dental Group TorranceFull profile(310) 212-0777

All 74 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #74, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Modern Dental53Evenings · Sat
27Narita Family Dental47Sat
28Total Family Dental Group47Sat
29Dana Samet, DDS47Sat
30Dental Associates of Torrance47Sat
31Dentist of Torrance47Sat
32Haru Dental47Sat
33MOA Dental Group47Sat
34Steve S. Kim, DDS47Sat
35Steve Yabuno, DDS47Sat
36PCH Dental47Evenings
37Select Dental Group & Orthodontics47Evenings
38Torrance Smile Dentistry: James Lim, DDS47Evenings
39Harmony Dental47Sat
40Ace Dental Group47Sat
41star dental office47Sat
42Daryn T. Nishikawa, DDS, Inc.47Evenings
43Sunflower Family Dental Office47Sat
44ALOHA DENTAL CARE47Sat
45FreeDentistMatch43Sat
46Advanced Dental Solutions43Sat
47Aava Dental Torrance CA43Sat
48All Care Dental43Evenings
49E-Dental Group43Sat
50Sachi & Co. Dentistry37
51Torrance Dental Associates37
52Lomita-Torrance Dental Office37
53Skypark Dental Professionals - Sydon Arroyo, DDS, FAGD37
54Torrance Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Center: Dr. Benjamin Yagoubian37
55SmileWell Family Dentistry37
56South Bay Family Dental Group37
57South Bay Oral Surgery & Dental Implants37
58Smiles West - Torrance37
59Torrance Family Dental37
60Jin H Yang DDS37
61Torrance Dental Center37
62Smile HQ Dental37
63Sugimori Dental Office: Sugimori Toshifumi DDS37
64Yanase Dental Group37
65Bloom Dental37
66Shawna Omid, DDS37
67Miller Family Dental - Torrance37
68Paul H. Kim, DDS - Dream Dental37
69David Suh Dental37
70Yagasaki Dental Center37
71Village Family Dental Office33
72Island Dental33
73Fahit Maria F DDS33
74Oceanic Dental Torrance33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Torrance

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.

2 of Torrance's 74 clinics offering root canals have an endodontist on staff. See endodontists in Torrance

How much does a root canal cost in Torrance?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Torrance?
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 Torrance

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 Torrance root canal dentists

We scored 74 Torrance clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 7 were excluded (7 duplicate listings). 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 Torrance 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 Torrance: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Torrance?

Alpine Village Dental ranks #1 of 74 Torrance clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Rolling Hills Dental Care 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 Torrance, CA?

A root canal in Torrance 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 Torrance do root canals?

Yes. 72 of the 74 Torrance clinics offering root canals do not list an endodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 2 list 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.

Which Torrance clinics offer same-day root canals?

1 of 74 Torrance clinics offering root canals lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Alpine Village Dental. Same-day treatment depends on the diagnosis and the schedule, so call ahead to confirm before you go.

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 Torrance root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

24 of 74 Torrance clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Alpine Village Dental, Maria Elena Newcomer, DDS and PCH Smiles Dentistry and 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 Torrance?

74 Torrance clinics list root canals in our data. 2 of them list an endodontist on staff. They include Torrance Endodontix and Maria Elena Newcomer, DDS. 24 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Torrance

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 108 clinics.
  2. : 7 duplicate listings merged.

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