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About the practice
Endodontic Health of Palo Alto is the specialist practice of Dr. Tri Huynh, DDS, PhD, at 3525 Alma Street in south Palo Alto. Endodontists focus on the inside of the tooth: the pulp and the root canals. Most patients arrive on referral from their general dentist for a root canal or a related procedure. The practice says it serves Palo Alto, Los Altos, Menlo Park, Mountain View and other mid-Peninsula cities.
Its stated mission is to provide a high standard of endodontic care in a comfortable environment and to work with each patient's own dentist to preserve natural teeth. The practice is open Monday through Friday by appointment. This page describes the practice as it presents itself and gives no medical or dental advice. If you have severe facial swelling or trouble breathing, call 911 or go to an emergency room.
Services
The practice lists these treatments:
- Root canal treatment: removing infected or inflamed pulp from inside the tooth, then cleaning and sealing the canals.
- Endodontic retreatment: treating a tooth that already had a root canal but needs further care.
- Apicoectomy: a surgical procedure at the tip of the root.
- Cracked teeth: diagnosis and treatment of cracks that reach the pulp.
- Traumatic dental injuries: care after a knocked, broken or displaced tooth.
Your endodontist and your general dentist will decide together which option fits your case. After a root canal, most teeth need a crown or a filling from the general dentist, so expect a follow-up visit there.
The office and technology
The practice describes its office as new and equipped with digital x-ray, a surgical microscope and a cone beam computed tomography machine, known as CBCT. CBCT is a 3D imaging tool. The practice says it uses it when indicated to help diagnose and plan more complex cases. For comfort, the treatment rooms have heat and massage chairs.
About Dr. Huynh
According to the practice, Dr. Huynh received his dental training, doctorate and a fellowship in geriatric dentistry from UCLA. He then completed the three-year endodontic certificate program at UCSF, where he stayed on as faculty. The practice describes him as a full clinical professor at UCSF who has directed its predoctoral endodontics program and teaches clinical endodontics to students and residents. He is a specialist member of the American Association of Endodontists and a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, the Mid-Peninsula Dental Society and the Northern California Academy of Endodontics. His research on endodontic infections has appeared in journals including the Journal of Dental Research and the Journal of Endodontics.
Scheduling and your first visit
Call 650-433-1215 to book. The practice says it schedules appointments as promptly as possible. If you are in pain or have an emergency, it says it will try to see you the same day. It allows each patient enough time to discuss concerns. Because the practice does surgical work, some procedures run long. The office asks for patience if the schedule slips.
Your first appointment is a consultation that explains the diagnosis and options. Treatment is sometimes done the same day. A complex medical history or treatment plan means an evaluation first, then a second visit for treatment. Bring:
- Your referral slip and any x-rays.
- A list of medications you take, including over-the-counter and herbal products.
- Your dental insurance card and any completed forms.
Tell the office about medical conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, artificial heart valves or joints before treatment. A parent or guardian must come with patients under 18 to the consultation. For dental emergencies, the practice says it reserves time slots each day and asks you to call in the morning. The practice also publishes a financial policy page, so read it or ask about costs and insurance before treatment starts.
Getting there
The office is on Alma Street, which runs beside the Caltrain tracks through south Palo Alto. Our south Palo Alto guide covers the area. Our healthcare guide lists hospitals, urgent care and clinics around town. For general dentists nearby, see the health and medical listings.
Location and getting there
Endodontic Health of Palo Alto is at 3525 Alma Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306, in the South Palo Alto area of Palo Alto. Our South Palo Alto guide covers what else is around.
The nearest train stop is the San Antonio Caltrain station (Mountain View), about 1.2 miles away. That is roughly a 30 minute walk or a short bike ride.
Parking: street spaces or a small lot nearby; check posted limits.
Hours
| Monday to Friday | By appointment |
|---|---|
| Saturday and Sunday | Closed |
Hours from the business's own website, checked October 30, 2026.
What is nearby
- Grocery Outlet, food shop, under 0.1 mi
- Animal Hospital of Palo Alto, service business, 0.3 mi
- Fuki Sushi, restaurant, 0.3 mi
- Veterinary Emergency Group, service business, 0.3 mi
- So Gong Dong Tofu House, restaurant, 0.3 mi
- Robles Park, 0.2 mi
- Mitchell Park and Magical Bridge, 0.5 mi
- Boulware Park, 0.6 mi
Other health and medical nearby: Lee & Woo Orthodontics (0.4 mi); Palo Alto Advanced Dentists (0.5 mi); Walgreens El Camino Real (0.5 mi); Uber Eyes Optometry of Palo Alto (1.0 mi). Browse the full health and medical list.
Before you go
- Call ahead to confirm the practice accepts your insurance and is taking new patients.
- Bring a photo ID, your insurance card and a list of current medications to a first visit.
- For emergencies call 911. Stanford Hospital's emergency department is the closest major emergency room for most of Palo Alto.
About this listing
Checked October 30, 2026 against Endodontic Health of Palo Alto home page; About Dr. Tri Huynh; Scheduling and first visit. How our listings work. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Endodontic Health of Palo Alto in Palo Alto?
Endodontic Health of Palo Alto is at 3525 Alma Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306, in the South Palo Alto area. The nearest Caltrain stop is the San Antonio Caltrain station (Mountain View), about 1.2 miles away.
Do I need a referral to see Endodontic Health of Palo Alto?
The practice asks patients to bring their referral slip and any x-rays to the first visit, so most patients come through their general dentist. Call 650-433-1215 to ask about your situation.
Can I get a root canal on the same day as my consultation?
Sometimes. The practice says treatment can occasionally be done the same day as the consultation, but a complex medical history or treatment plan needs an evaluation first and a second appointment.
What should I bring to my first endodontist appointment?
The practice asks for your referral slip and x-rays if you have them, a list of current medications and your dental insurance card with any completed forms.
What are Endodontic Health of Palo Alto's hours?
Monday to Friday: By appointment; Saturday and Sunday: Closed.