Specialist Endodontist
Near Los Gatos
Los Gatos patients choose Dr. Jason Kung for specialist root canal treatment that combines precision, technology, and genuine patient comfort. Located 18 minutes away in Sunnyvale, we offer microscope-guided endodontic care and same-day emergency appointments every day of the week.
Why Los Gatos Patients Choose Dr. Kung
Our Sunnyvale office is accessible from Los Gatos via Los Gatos Boulevard or Highway 85 — a straightforward drive with ample free parking on arrival. Dr. Kung's specialist training at OHSU and his commitment to the highest standards of endodontic microsurgery make the trip well worth it for Los Gatos residents who want the best outcome for their tooth.
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 Los Gatos community
Los Gatos is about a 20-minute drive via Highway 17 and Lawrence Expressway. We routinely see Los Gatos patients referred by general dentists in downtown Los Gatos and along Los Gatos Boulevard. Many appreciate that the practice is fully dedicated to endodontics — no compromise between chair time and the dozen other procedures a general office runs each day.
Neighborhoods we see patients from
- Downtown Los Gatos & Santa Cruz Avenue
- Almond Grove
- Belgatos & Surmont
- Blossom Manor
- Los Gatos Hills (Kennedy / Shannon area)
- Monte Sereno edge
Why Los Gatos patients come to us
- Endodontic microsurgery (apicoectomy)
- Complex molar root canals requiring a microscope
- Cracked-tooth diagnosis with J. Morita Veraview X800 CBCT (Endo Mode)
- Retreatment of older root canals
Driving from Los Gatos
From Los Gatos, take 17 north to 85 north, exit Lawrence Expressway north, then right on Hollenbeck. 18–22 minutes outside commute hours.
Treatments Available
All services are performed at our Sunnyvale office, a short drive from Los Gatos.
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 office from Los Gatos?
We're at 1565 Hollenbeck Avenue, Suite 106, Sunnyvale — about 10 miles and 18 minutes from downtown Los Gatos via Los Gatos Boulevard or Highway 85. Free parking is available at the office.
Is the drive from Los Gatos worth it for a root canal specialist?
For many patients, yes. Specialist endodontists have a higher success rate on complex or retreatment cases, and Dr. Kung's microscope-guided technique typically means less discomfort and fewer follow-up visits compared to a root canal done without magnification.
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).
Do you offer same-day emergency care for Los Gatos patients?
Yes. We hold emergency appointment slots every day including weekends. Call (669) 234-2354 as early as possible and we'll do our best to see you the same day.
Will my Los Gatos dentist receive a report after my visit?
Absolutely — we send a detailed clinical report to your referring dentist after every visit so your care team stays fully coordinated.
Easy access from: Downtown Los Gatos · Vasona Lake County Park · Los Gatos Creek Trail · SR-17 / SR-85 interchange · Los Gatos High School
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Ready to Schedule?
Most Los Gatos patients reach us in under 15 minutes. Same-day appointments available for dental emergencies.
1565 Hollenbeck Avenue, Suite 106, Sunnyvale, CA 94087