Trusted Endodontist in Downey, CA
Whether you were referred by your dentist to a trusted endodontist in Downey, CA, or you're researching root canal specialists on your own, you've found the right place at Molina Endodontics. Since 1992, Dr. Sonia Molina has completed more than 20,000 root canal procedures, and our team is committed to making every visit calm, comfortable, and easy from start to finish. We welcome new patients in the Greater Los Angeles area, and our bilingual staff is happy to assist you in English or Spanish.
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Why patients choose Molina Endodontics
We understand that hearing you need a root canal can feel overwhelming. Many of our patients arrive nervous — and leave genuinely surprised at how comfortable the experience was. Here is why families and referring dentists throughout the LA area continue to choose Molina Endodontics.
Meet the Doctors20,000+ Root Canals Since 1992
Dr. Molina is a Harvard-trained endodontist with over three decades dedicated entirely to saving natural teeth. With more than 20,000 root canal procedures completed, she brings a level of precision and efficiency that helps patients spend less time in the chair and more time getting back to their lives.
Full Sedation with a Board-Certified Anesthesiologist
Dental anxiety should never keep you from getting the care you need. We offer a complete range of sedation options — including IV sedation, oral sedation, nitrous oxide, and general anesthesia — all administered or supervised by a board-certified dental anesthesiologist on staff.
Same-Day Emergency Appointments
A severe toothache doesn't wait for a convenient time. When you're in pain, our office works to get you same-day emergency care so you can find relief as quickly as possible. Call us and we'll do our best to see you the day you reach out.
Endodontic services we offer in Downey.
Dr. Molina is a board-certified endodontist in Downey, CA, serving patients throughout Downey, Los Angeles, and the greater Southern California area. Specializing in tooth-saving treatments such as root canal therapy, Dr. Molina uses advanced technology, including 3D CT scanning and digital radiography, to deliver precise, comfortable care for patients referred by local dentists across the SoCal region.
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Root Canal Therapy
Root canal therapy removes infected or damaged tissue from inside your tooth, helping to relieve pain and preserve your natural smile. With Dr. Molina's experience, many patients find the procedure is completed efficiently and with far less discomfort than they expected.
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Endodontic Retreatment
If a previously treated tooth hasn't healed properly or develops new problems, endodontic retreatment may help save it. Dr. Molina carefully re-treats the tooth to address the issue and give it the best chance of long-term success.
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Apicoectomy & Surgical Endodontics
When a standard root canal isn't enough, a surgical approach called an apicoectomy may be recommended. This procedure targets the tip of the tooth's root to remove infection and seal the area, helping to preserve the tooth when other options have been exhausted.
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From mild relaxation with nitrous oxide to deeper comfort with IV sedation or general anesthesia, our sedation dentistry services are tailored to your needs. A board-certified dental anesthesiologist is on staff to ensure your safety and comfort throughout every procedure.
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What to expect at your visit
Your first visit to Molina Endodontics begins with a warm welcome from our bilingual team. We'll review your dental history, take any necessary digital images, and Dr. Molina will explain your diagnosis and treatment options in clear, easy-to-understand terms. If treatment is needed the same day, we can often complete it in a single visit. Our elegantly designed office is built to help you feel relaxed from the moment you walk in — because your comfort matters to us before, during, and after your procedure.
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Serving Downey and surrounding communities
Molina Endodontics is located at 8109 2nd Street, Suite 100, Downey, CA 90241. We proudly serve patients from Downey and nearby communities including Norwalk, Pico Rivera, Whittier, Lakewood, and Cerritos.
Whether you've been referred by your general dentist or are searching for a Downey endodontist on your own, our doors are open. We participate with most major PPO dental insurance plans and accept CareCredit financing — visit our Insurance & Financing page for details.
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Everything you need to know before your visit. Can't find your answer here?
Contact usAn endodontist completes two to three additional years of advanced training beyond dental school, focusing exclusively on diagnosing and treating problems inside the tooth. While a general dentist provides a broad range of dental care, an endodontist performs root canals and other tooth-saving procedures every day — delivering a level of focus and experience that helps produce faster, more comfortable results.
Most patients at Molina Endodontics are surprised by how comfortable the experience is. Dr. Molina uses extra-gentle numbing techniques, and sedation options — including IV sedation, oral sedation, nitrous oxide, and general anesthesia — are available for patients who want additional relaxation. Many patients describe their visit as painless, even when they arrived in significant discomfort.
Molina Endodontics participates with a wide range of PPO dental insurance plans, including Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, Humana, MetLife, UnitedHealthcare, and many others. CareCredit financing is also accepted. Contact our office to verify your specific plan before your visit.
Yes. We reserve time in our schedule for urgent cases so patients experiencing severe tooth pain or a dental emergency can often be seen the same day they call. Reach out to our office as early as possible so we can accommodate your visit promptly.
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