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Denti-Cal · PPO · Military Insurance Accepted
Root Canal Specialist
in Garden Grove
Dr. Daniel Ghobrial, DDS brings UCSF-trained precision and microscopic technology to every root canal procedure — saving teeth that other dentists might give up on.
Dr. Daniel Ghobrial
DDS · Endodontist · UCSF
UCSF
Specialty Training
2-yr
Endo Residency
8+
Procedures Offered
Same Day
Emergency Care
Meet Your Specialist
Dr. Daniel Ghobrial, DDS
Dr. Daniel Ghobrial is a dedicated endodontist committed to precision, evidence-based care, and the preservation of natural teeth. He completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at UCSF in 2022, followed by a two-year advanced specialty residency in Endodontics at UCSF — one of the nation's leading dental institutions — where he received his certificate of specialty training in 2024.
During his residency, Dr. Ghobrial trained under nationally recognized endodontists and gained extensive experience in microscopic endodontics, surgical procedures, complex retreatment, and the management of dental trauma. He is proficient in the latest techniques including regenerative endodontics and CBCT-guided treatment planning.
At Uplift Dental & Orthodontics, Dr. Ghobrial brings specialist-level endodontic care in-house — so patients never need a referral to save their teeth.
The Process
What to Expect During Your Root Canal
Modern root canal therapy is a straightforward, comfortable procedure. Here's exactly what happens from start to finish.
Diagnosis & Imaging
Digital X-rays and 3D CBCT imaging reveal the full anatomy of your tooth's root system, identifying infection, cracks, and complex canal configurations.
Comfortable Anesthesia
Dr. Ghobrial uses advanced anesthetic techniques to ensure you're completely numb before beginning. Anxious patients can also request nitrous oxide sedation.
Microscopic Treatment
Using a high-powered operating microscope, Dr. Ghobrial precisely removes infected pulp tissue, cleans and shapes the canals, and eliminates all bacteria.
Sealing & Restoration
The canals are filled with a biocompatible material (gutta-percha) and sealed. A crown is typically placed afterward to protect and restore full function.
Services
Endodontic Treatments We Offer
From routine root canals to the most complex retreatment cases, Dr. Ghobrial handles it all in-house — no referrals, no runaround.
Root Canal Therapy
Precise removal of infected or damaged pulp tissue to relieve pain, eliminate infection, and save your natural tooth. Most patients are surprised by how comfortable the procedure is.
Microscopic Endodontics
Using high-powered operating microscopes for unmatched visualization — critical for locating calcified canals, hairline cracks, and complex root anatomy invisible to the naked eye.
Surgical Endodontics (Apicoectomy)
A minimally invasive surgical procedure to remove infected tissue at the root tip when conventional root canal therapy is insufficient. Preserves the tooth when other options have failed.
Complex Retreatment
Re-treatment of previously root-canaled teeth that have failed or become re-infected — often avoiding extraction entirely. Dr. Ghobrial specializes in the most challenging retreatment cases.
Trauma Management
Specialized care for teeth injured by trauma — including luxation injuries, avulsions (knocked-out teeth), and root fractures. Prompt treatment dramatically improves outcomes.
Regenerative Endodontics
Biologically-based procedures to restore the vitality of immature teeth with incomplete root development. Cutting-edge treatment that promotes continued root growth in young patients.
Advanced Pain Control
Targeted anesthetic techniques including supplemental injections to ensure complete comfort — even for anxious patients or those who are difficult to numb with standard techniques.
Digital Imaging & CBCT
3D cone beam CT imaging for precise diagnosis of complex root anatomy, fractures, and periapical pathology — enabling more accurate treatment planning and better outcomes.
Setting the Record Straight
Root Canal Myths — Debunked
Root canals have an undeserved reputation. Here's the truth behind the most common misconceptions.
Root canals are extremely painful
Modern root canal therapy is no more uncomfortable than getting a filling. With advanced anesthesia and Dr. Ghobrial's gentle technique, most patients are pleasantly surprised.
It's better to just pull the tooth
Saving your natural tooth is almost always the better option. Natural teeth function better, last longer, and prevent bone loss. Extraction leads to shifting teeth and costly replacements.
Root canals cause illness
This myth stems from flawed research from the 1920s. Modern science has thoroughly debunked this. Root canals eliminate infection — they don't cause it.
If it doesn't hurt, I don't need one
Infected teeth can be painless, especially in later stages when the nerve has died. Only an X-ray and clinical exam can determine if a root canal is needed.
Why Uplift Dental
Specialist Endodontic Care — Right Here in Garden Grove
UCSF-Trained Specialist
Dr. Ghobrial completed his endodontic residency at one of the top dental schools in the nation — bringing that expertise directly to Garden Grove.
Microscopic Precision
High-powered operating microscopes allow Dr. Ghobrial to see and treat anatomy that's invisible to the naked eye — critical for complex cases.
No Referral Needed
All specialists are under one roof. Your general dentist, orthodontist, periodontist, and endodontist work together — no driving across town.
Most Insurance Accepted
We accept most PPO plans, Denti-Cal, and military insurance. Our team will verify your benefits and explain your coverage before treatment begins.
Same-Day Emergency Appointments
Severe toothache? Dental abscess? We offer same-day emergency endodontic appointments for patients in Garden Grove and surrounding cities.
Common Questions
Root Canal FAQs
Don't Wait on Tooth Pain
Root canals have a reputation for pain, but the truth is they relieve pain. Dr. Daniel Ghobrial, our UCSF-trained endodontist, performs root canals with precision and care — using advanced microscopic techniques to save your natural tooth. Most patients report the procedure is no more uncomfortable than a filling.
5253 Lampson Ave, Garden Grove, CA 92845 · (714) 898-3308 · No referral needed