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Endodontists by county

Orange County89

Largest cities for endodontists

What an endodontist does

An endodontist treats the inside of the tooth: the pulp and the tissue around the root. Most of their work is saving teeth that would otherwise be removed.

Treatments

  • Root canal treatment
  • Retreatment of an earlier root canal
  • Surgery at the tip of the root (apicoectomy)
  • Diagnosis of tooth pain that is hard to locate
  • Care for cracked teeth and teeth injured in an accident

Training and credentials

After dental school, an endodontist completes an accredited residency in endodontics of two or more years. Endodontists listed here declared the specialty in the federal provider registry and hold a current California dental license.

General dentists carry out many root canals. A referral to an endodontist is common for molars, curved or blocked canals, a root canal that has failed, or pain with no obvious cause.

Questions about endodontists

How many endodontists are listed in California?

89 endodontists are listed so far, all in Orange County. More counties are being added, and each listing is matched to a current California license.

Do I need a referral to see an endodontist?

Not usually. Many patients are referred by their general dentist, but most endodontists accept patients who call directly.

Is an endodontist the same as an oral surgeon?

No. An endodontist works to keep the natural tooth. An oral surgeon removes teeth and operates on the jaws and face.