Specialist Endodontist
Near San Francisco
San Francisco patients who need specialist endodontic care make the 48-minute drive down US-101 to Dr. Jason Kung's Sunnyvale office — a purpose-built endodontic suite with operating-microscope precision, the J. Morita Veraview X800 CBCT in Endo Mode (the small-volume, high-resolution protocol the AAE/AAOMR position statement recommends for endodontic diagnosis), and same-day emergency appointments.
Why San Francisco Patients Choose Dr. Kung
From San Francisco's Mission District, SoMa, or the Financial District, US-101 S or I-280 S lead directly to our Hollenbeck Avenue office in Sunnyvale. Dr. Kung's graduate residency, MS in Endodontics, and Zeiss OPMI microscopy deliver a standard of specialist care that makes the drive south worthwhile — especially for complex retreatments and apicoectomies.
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 San Francisco community
San Francisco is about a 50-minute drive south on 280 or 101. SF patients drive down for a few specific reasons: they want a Zeiss surgical microscope and J. Morita Veraview X800 CBCT not available at every SF general office, they have weekend availability we offer (we're open Saturday and Sunday — full details on the dedicated emergency-root-canal-san-francisco page), or their SF general dentist has referred them to us specifically for a case requiring microsurgery or retreatment. Mandarin and Cantonese spoken in the operatory for Chinatown, Sunset, and Richmond patients.
Neighborhoods we see patients from
- SoMa & Mission Bay
- Mission District & Noe Valley
- Sunset & Richmond
- Marina & Cow Hollow
- Castro & Eureka Valley
- Bernal Heights
Why San Francisco patients come to us
- Microsurgical apicoectomy for failed previous root canals
- Retreatment of older root canals showing new symptoms
- Saturday or Sunday appointments not available at most SF endodontic offices
- Specialist second opinions before agreeing to extraction or implant
Driving from San Francisco
From San Francisco take 280 south to Lawrence Expressway south, then left on Hollenbeck. 280 is more reliable than 101 outside rush hour. Plan 50–60 minutes; Saturday and Sunday mornings are noticeably faster.
Treatments Available
All services are performed at our Sunnyvale office, a short drive from San Francisco.
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 San Francisco?
We're at 1565 Hollenbeck Avenue, Suite 106, Sunnyvale — about 45 miles and 48 minutes from San Francisco via US-101 S or I-280 S. Free on-site parking is available.
Is it worth traveling from San Francisco for a root canal?
For specialist procedures — retreatments, apicoectomies, or complex cases — many SF patients prefer making the drive south to access operating-microscope care and a dedicated endodontic specialist rather than a general dentist.
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 early, evening, or weekend hours for SF commuters?
Yes. We're open Monday–Friday until 7 pm and Saturday–Sunday from 8 am to 3 pm — flexible enough for San Francisco patients to schedule around their commute. For urgent weekend pain, see our dedicated SF emergency page at svendodontics.com/emergency-root-canal-san-francisco.
Will my San Francisco dentist receive a report after my visit?
Yes. We send a full clinical summary to your referring dentist after every appointment to keep your care coordinated.
Easy access from: San Francisco International Airport (SFO) · Caltrain – San Francisco Station · Bay Bridge / US-101 S corridor · Mission District · I-280 S / US-101 S junction
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Ready to Schedule?
Most San Francisco patients reach us in under 15 minutes. Same-day appointments available for dental emergencies.
1565 Hollenbeck Avenue, Suite 106, Sunnyvale, CA 94087