Endodontic Services in Downey, CA
At Molina Endodontics, Dr. Sonia Molina and her team provide a full range of endodontic services Downey patients and surrounding communities rely on for expert tooth-saving care. With over 20,000 root canals performed since 1992, Harvard and UCLA advanced training, and an extensive list of accepted PPO insurance plans, you're in expert hands from the moment you walk in.
Whether you've been referred by your general dentist or you're searching for an endodontist services near me on your own, we're here to help you feel comfortable and confident about your care.
Levels of Care
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Clinical Treatments
Root canals, retreatments, apicoectomies, and same-day dental emergencies.
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Deep sedation, oral treatments, nitrous oxide, and general anesthesia.
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Oral pain screening, diagnostic technology, and disability dentistry.
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Why Choose Molina Endodontics for Your Care
Dr. Molina is a dedicated endodontic specialist — not a general dentist who also performs root canals. That distinction matters when it comes to your comfort and outcomes. Here's what sets our practice apart:
Years of Practice
Providing specialist root canals in Downey
Unmatched experience
Over 20,000 successful root canal procedures since 1992, with the precision and efficiency that only decades of focused specialization can deliver.
Harvard and UCLA training
Dr. Molina earned her DMD from Harvard School of Dental Medicine and completed her endodontic residency at UCLA.
Designed for comfort
Patients consistently describe their experience as painless, even when they arrive anxious or in acute pain. Our extra-gentle numbing techniques and calming environment are designed to ease your concerns.
Full sedation menu
A board-certified dental anesthesiologist is on staff, providing IV sedation, oral sedation, nitrous oxide, and general anesthesia options that most endodontic offices simply cannot offer.
Bilingual care
Our team provides care in both English and Spanish.
Upscale environment
Our elegantly designed office helps reduce anxiety before your procedure even begins, with a clean, welcoming space that patients describe as immaculate.
Endodontic Treatments
Our endodontic treatments are focused on one goal: saving your natural tooth whenever possible. Each procedure uses advanced technology including 3D CT scanning and digital radiography for precise diagnosis and treatment.
Root Canal Therapy
Root canal therapy is our core service and the procedure Dr. Molina has performed tens of thousands of times. When the soft tissue inside your tooth becomes infected or inflamed, a root canal removes the damaged tissue, cleans the canal, and seals the tooth to help preserve it for years to come. Most patients are surprised by how comfortable the experience is.
Same-Day Dental Emergencies
Severe tooth pain can't wait. Our same-day dental emergency appointments are designed to get you out of pain quickly. If you're experiencing a dental emergency, call our office and we'll work to see you the same day.
Endodontic Retreatment
When a previously treated tooth doesn't heal as expected or develops new problems, endodontic retreatment may help. Dr. Molina carefully reopens the tooth, removes the prior filling material, and re-cleans and reseals the canals to give your tooth another chance.
Apicoectomy
An apicoectomy is a minor surgical procedure that addresses infection at the tip of a tooth's root. It's typically recommended when a standard root canal alone isn't sufficient to resolve the issue.
Apexification
For younger patients with immature tooth roots, apexification helps encourage the root to continue developing or creates a seal at the root tip so the tooth can be properly treated and preserved.
Sedation & Comfort Options
We understand that dental anxiety is real, and we've built our practice around eliminating that barrier. Explore our full sedation and comfort options to find the right level of relaxation for your visit.
IV Sedation
IV sedation provides deep relaxation administered directly into the bloodstream by our board-certified dental anesthesiologist, allowing you to remain comfortable throughout your procedure with little to no memory of the appointment.
Oral Sedation
Oral sedation involves taking prescribed medication before your visit to help you feel calm and relaxed. It's a good option for patients with moderate anxiety who prefer not to receive an IV.
Nitrous Oxide
Also known as laughing gas, nitrous oxide is inhaled through a small mask and helps you feel at ease during treatment. Its effects wear off quickly, so most patients can drive themselves home afterward.
General Anesthesia
For patients who need or prefer to be fully asleep during their procedure, we offer general anesthesia administered by our board-certified dental anesthesiologist — a level of care that is rare in an endodontic setting.
Diagnostic & Specialized Services
Beyond root canal therapy and endodontic procedures, our practice provides specialized diagnostic care to identify the source of complex dental and facial symptoms.
Oral & Facial Pain Diagnosis
Persistent tooth, jaw, or facial pain doesn't always have an obvious cause. Our diagnostic evaluation helps identify whether your symptoms are endodontic in origin so you can receive the right treatment.
Oral Cancer Screening
As part of our commitment to your overall oral health, we offer oral cancer screenings to help detect potential concerns early.
Dentistry for Patients with Disabilities
We welcome patients with special needs and are committed to providing a comfortable, accommodating experience for every individual who visits our office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before your visit. Can't find your answer here?
Contact usWe offer comprehensive endodontic services Downey families and individuals count on, including root canal therapy, retreatment, apicoectomy, apexification, same-day emergency care, oral and facial pain diagnosis, oral cancer screening, and dentistry for patients with disabilities. We also provide a full range of sedation options — IV sedation, oral sedation, nitrous oxide, and general anesthesia — all overseen by a board-certified dental anesthesiologist.
Molina Endodontics participates with an extensive list of PPO and dental insurance networks including Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, Humana, MetLife, Principal Financial, UnitedHealthcare, United Concordia, and many others. We also accept CareCredit financing. Visit our Insurance & Financing page for more details or call our office to verify your specific plan.
Yes. We accommodate same-day emergency appointments for patients in acute pain. Call our office at (562) 904-1807 and our team will do everything possible to see you promptly and get you the relief you need.