Root canals that save your tooth, gently.
Stop the pain and keep your natural tooth. Dr. Azadeh Ashtiany performs comfortable, modern root canal therapy for Laguna Niguel and South Orange County — often in a single visit.
Relieve the pain, keep the tooth
When decay or infection reaches the inner nerve, a root canal removes it, relieves the pain, and preserves the tooth you already have — the best long-term option.
Ends the pain
Removing the infected pulp relieves the deep ache and pressure fast.
Saves your natural tooth
Keeping your own tooth protects your bite and jaw far better than extraction.
Prevents it spreading
Treating the infection early stops it reaching neighboring teeth and bone.
Comfortable & modern
Gentle technique, local anesthetic, and optional sedation make it far easier than its reputation.
What our patients say
Gentle, expert care trusted across Laguna Niguel & Aliso Viejo
"My mom comes here to get her dental work done, and she loves it here! The staff is super professional and very nice. Dr. Ashtiany treats her with the utmost respect and care! I’d highly recommend this place for anyone."
"I had a great experience at Laguna Niguel Dental. The staff was very friendly, professional, and welcoming from the moment I walked in. The dentist took time to explain everything clearly and made sure I felt comfortable during the entire visit. The office was clean, modern, and well organized. I really appreciated how gentle and patient they were. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for excellent dental care."
"Laguna Niguel Dental has been our dental office for the last 20 years. We drive all the way from LA because the service is unsurpassed. Our teeth are very healthy and we’ve required only basic care, and it’s all thanks to their expert care. The staff is professional and the office is clean. For all those reasons we’ve also trusted them with our kids’ dental health. Regardless of the distance we will continue to patronize Laguna Niguel Dental because the care they provide is worth it."
Your root canal, step by step
A clear, comfortable path — you’ll always know what’s next and what it costs before we begin.
Exam & digital X-ray
We confirm the diagnosis and map the tooth’s canals precisely.
Numbing & comfort
The area is fully numbed (sedation available) so you’re comfortable throughout.
Clean & seal
The infected pulp is removed, the canals cleaned and sealed to prevent reinfection.
Restore the tooth
A filling or crown restores full strength — often the same day for many cases.
Care from Dr. Azadeh Ashtiany
“My goal is simple: results that look natural, and a visit that feels calm from the moment you sit down.”
A graduate of the USC School of Dentistry with over 20 years of experience, Dr. Ashtiany is known for a gentle, attentive approach and meticulous cosmetic results. For complex restorative and surgical care, she works alongside Dr. Joseph Morcos — so your complete treatment stays under one roof.
Clear pricing, no surprises
Root canal cost depends on which tooth is affected and whether a crown is needed afterward. We give you a clear, itemized quote at your visit. See our insurance & financing options. Considering your options? Explore dental implants if a tooth can’t be saved.
- Most major dental insurance plans accepted
- Flexible financing & monthly payment options
- Transparent, itemized quote up front
Root Canal, answered
Modern root canals feel much like a routine filling. The tooth is fully numbed, sedation is available, and most patients are surprised how comfortable it is — the procedure actually relieves the pain you came in with.
Many root canals are completed in a single visit of about 60–90 minutes. More complex teeth may need a second appointment.
Often, yes — especially on back teeth. A crown protects the treated tooth from fracture and restores full chewing strength. We’ll tell you up front if one is recommended.
An untreated infected tooth won’t heal on its own. The infection can spread to the bone and neighboring teeth and usually leads to losing the tooth, so earlier treatment is easier and less costly.
Whenever possible, saving your natural tooth is best for your bite, jawbone, and long-term cost. Extraction is a last resort — and if it’s ever necessary, we’ll discuss replacement options like implants.
Get out of pain today
In pain or think you may need a root canal? Call us — we’ll get you seen quickly and comfortably.