Specialist Endodontist
Near Half Moon Bay
Half Moon Bay residents make the scenic drive over CA-92 to our Sunnyvale specialist endodontic office in about 50 minutes — for microscope-guided root canal treatment, same-day emergency slots, and complex cases referred by general dentists across the Coastside.
Why Half Moon Bay Patients Choose Dr. Kung
From the Half Moon Bay coast — Princeton Harbor, downtown Main Street, or any of the bluff-side neighborhoods — our Sunnyvale office is reached via CA-92 E and US-101 S, then CA-85 S. Dr. Kung's practice is exclusively endodontic, with the Zeiss OPMI surgical microscope and 3D CBCT imaging on every complex case.
Microscope-Guided Precision
Every procedure performed under the Zeiss OPMI operating microscope — the standard of care for specialist endodontics.
Same-Day Emergency Care
Tooth pain can't wait. We hold appointments for urgent cases every day, including weekends.
Your Dentist Stays Informed
A detailed clinical report goes to your referring dentist after every visit — you're in good hands, and so is your care team.
Serving the Half Moon Bay community
The Coastside — Half Moon Bay, Moss Beach, Princeton, El Granada, Miramar — has limited specialist endodontic options. We see Coastside patients primarily for retreatment of failing root canals, apicoectomy, and complex diagnostic cases that the local general dentists prefer to refer to a specialist. We make every effort to consolidate treatment into one appointment so you don't have to drive 92 more than once.
Neighborhoods we see patients from
- Downtown Main Street
- Princeton-by-the-Sea
- El Granada (nearby)
- Miramar
- Wavecrest
- Ocean Colony
Why Half Moon Bay patients come to us
- Microscope-guided retreatment of failing root canals
- Apicoectomy / endodontic microsurgery
- CBCT diagnostic imaging for complex cases
- Second-opinion consultations
Driving from Half Moon Bay
From Half Moon Bay take CA-92 E over the Coast Range, then merge onto US-101 S. Continue south on 101, then CA-85 S to El Camino Real, and a short connection to Hollenbeck. Typical drive time is 45–60 minutes outside CA-92 commute peaks.
Treatments Available
All services are performed at our Sunnyvale office, a short drive from Half Moon Bay.
Root Canal Treatment
Single or multi-rooted teeth treated under the operating microscope for precision and comfort.
Endodontic Microsurgery
Apicoectomy when retreatment isn't feasible — performed with surgical-grade magnification and ultrasonic instrumentation.
Root Canal Retreatment
Failed or symptomatic prior root canals rescued with advanced imaging (CBCT) and microsurgical techniques.
Cracked Tooth Evaluation
Diagnosis of incomplete fractures — the most common cause of unexplained tooth pain.
Emergency Root Canal
Same-day evaluation and management of severe toothache, swelling, and dental trauma.
What Patients Say
4.9 stars across 193 reviews on Google, Yelp, and Healthgrades.
"I was terrified of root canals. Dr. Kung made it completely painless. I actually fell asleep during the procedure."
— Patient from the South Bay
"Came in with severe tooth pain on a Saturday. They saw me within the hour and I was pain-free by evening."
— Emergency patient
"The most technologically advanced dental office I've ever visited. The microscope setup is impressive."
— Referred patient
Common Questions
How far is your Sunnyvale office from Half Moon Bay?
We're at 1565 Hollenbeck Avenue, Suite 106, Sunnyvale — about 37 miles and 50 minutes from Half Moon Bay via CA-92 E and US-101 S. Free parking on-site.
Is the drive worth it for a specialist?
Most of our Coastside patients are referred for cases that benefit from a specialist's microscope and CBCT — retreatments, apicoectomy, or cracked-tooth diagnostic questions. For routine work your local Half Moon Bay or Pacifica dentist is the right call. For complex endodontic cases the specialized tools and training make the drive over 92 worthwhile.
Do you offer evening or weekend hours for Half Moon Bay patients?
Yes. We're open Monday–Friday until 7 pm and Saturday–Sunday from 8 am to 3 pm — useful when you're already making the drive over the hill and want to combine it with one trip.
Is Dr. Kung a specialist endodontist?
Yes. Dr. Kung is a Specialist Endodontist who completed a full two-year graduate residency and earned his MS in Endodontics from OHSU. He is an active member of the American Association of Endodontists (AAE). His specialist credentials come from his accredited graduate residency and MS degree in Endodontics.
What do I do if I have a dental emergency in Half Moon Bay?
Call (669) 234-2354 right away. We hold emergency slots every day including weekends. The drive over CA-92 is about 50 minutes and we'll do our best to see you the same day.
Easy access from: Half Moon Bay State Beach · Mavericks · Princeton Harbor / Pillar Point · Highway 1 coast · Downtown Main Street
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Ready to Schedule?
Most Half Moon Bay patients reach us in under 15 minutes. Same-day appointments available for dental emergencies.
1565 Hollenbeck Avenue, Suite 106, Sunnyvale, CA 94087