TJ Endodontics
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5.0 / 809 Reviews
Google Reviews
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2.1 miles from border
San Ysidro crossing
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Mon–Thu 9am–6pm
Fri 9am–5pm · Sat 8am–4pm
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English & Spanish
spoken
Dra. Avelar's Verification Note
Verified by Dra. Avelar Linhares, DMD"TJ Endodontics is the only specialist endodontic clinic in our directory — and one of the most impressive overall. A perfect 5.0-star rating across 809 reviews places it alongside New Age Dental at the top of our rating rankings, but what distinguishes TJ Endodontics is the clinical depth behind that number.
Dr. Alex Alvarez Barron is a credentialed endodontic specialist with five years of microscopic endodontics training — a technique that uses a dental operating microscope to achieve precision in root canal treatment that is simply not possible with the naked eye. Multiple reviews from US patients — including patients whose previous root canals had failed at American specialist offices — describe outcomes here that exceeded what they received at home. That is a meaningful clinical statement.
For US patients facing a root canal, this clinic deserves serious consideration. The combination of specialist credentials, microscopic technique, confirmed US insurance acceptance, and a 5.0 rating across 809 reviews represents the strongest clinical trust signal in our directory for this specific procedure."
Dra. Avelar Linhares, DMD
Clinical Advisor, Tijuana Dental Guide
Lead Dentist
Dr. Alex Alvarez Barron
Founder & Endodontic Specialist
Root Canal Treatment & Microscopic Endodontics
Credentials & Certifications
- ✓ Doctor of Dental Surgery — Tijuana Dental School, 2012
- ✓ Specialty in Endodontics, 2015
- ✓ Microscopic Endodontics Training, 2015–2020 (5-year advanced program in microscope-assisted root canal treatment)
TJ Endodontics operates with a multi-specialist team. Additional treating dentists mentioned by patients include Dra. Ruby Cruz, Dra. Melissa Muñoz, Dra. Estefanía Morales, Dra. Alejandra Álvarez, Dr. Juan Pablo Estrada, and Dr. Alejandro. Each specialist handles specific procedure types to ensure appropriate care across all treatments.
Services at TJ Endodontics
Specialist Services
- ✓ Root Canal Treatment (primary specialty)
- ✓ Root Canal Retreatment — correcting failed root canals from other providers
- ✓ Microscopic Endodontics — precision root canal using dental operating microscope
- ✓ Emergency dental appointments — same-day care available for acute pain
General & Restorative Services
- ✓ Dental Implants
- ✓ Dental Crowns (zirconia)
- ✓ Tooth Extractions including wisdom teeth
- ✓ Dental Fillings & Composite Restorations
- ✓ Teeth Whitening
- ✓ Orthodontics / Braces
- ✓ Dental Cleanings
Prices are not publicly listed on the clinic website. Contact TJ Endodontics directly for a quote specific to your case. Consultations are available via WhatsApp.
💡 Root Canal Cost Context
Root canals in the US typically cost $700–$1,500 per tooth at a general dentist, and $1,000–$2,000+ at a specialist endodontist. TJ Endodontics is a specialist clinic offering microscopic endodontics — contact for pricing.
Technology & Capabilities
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Dental Operating Microscope
Dr. Alex Alvarez holds 5 years of specialized training in microscopic endodontics — using a dental operating microscope to perform root canals with precision not achievable with the naked eye. This technology is standard at top US endodontic specialist offices and rare among Tijuana clinics.
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Root Canal Retreatment
TJ Endodontics specializes in correcting failed root canals performed elsewhere — including cases where previous treatment caused perforations, missed canals, or persistent infection. Multiple patients in their reviews specifically came here to fix botched US procedures.
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Emergency Appointments
Dental pain from root canal infections cannot wait. TJ Endodontics accommodates emergency and same-day appointments for acute cases — one review describes being seen on a Saturday for an abscess causing facial swelling.
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Modern Clinical Environment
The clinic is consistently described by US patients as more technologically advanced than their home dental offices. Clean, modern facility on the third floor of Edificio Rodeo on Paseo de los Heroes.
What Makes This Clinic Different
🔬 The Only Microscopic Endodontic Specialist in Our Directory
Most dental clinics — in the US and in Tijuana — offer root canals as a general dentistry service. TJ Endodontics is different: it is a specialist endodontic clinic where root canal treatment is the primary focus, not a secondary service.
Dr. Alex Alvarez Barron completed a 5-year advanced training program in microscopic endodontics — using a dental operating microscope to achieve precision in canal identification, cleaning, and sealing that is impossible to replicate without this technology. This is the same standard of care offered by top endodontic specialists in the US — at a fraction of the cost.
For patients who have been told they need a root canal, choosing a specialist over a general dentist meaningfully improves the odds of a successful outcome. This is as true in Tijuana as it is in the US.
🦷 Failed Root Canal? TJ Endodontics Can Help
A significant number of patients in TJ Endodontics' reviews came specifically to correct root canal treatment that failed at US offices — including cases of perforations, missed canals, persistent infection, and crowned teeth still causing pain. Root canal retreatment is a delicate procedure that requires specialist-level skill. TJ Endodontics has built a reputation for taking on these difficult cases and resolving them when others could not.
✅ US Dental Insurance Accepted
TJ Endodontics accepts US dental insurance. At least one patient in their reviews confirmed successfully processing Delta Dental claims for both themselves and their spouse — receiving reimbursement quickly and easily.
Contact the clinic directly to verify your specific plan coverage before your visit.
What US Patients Say
"I live in Los Angeles and have access to some of the best-trained dentists in the country. My own dentist was in Beverly Hills and a long-time USC professor. Yet between endodontist and crown costs, I chose TJ Endodontics — and the quality exceeded what I received at home."
Summer (Local Guide)
Google Review
"My LA endodontist missed an entire tooth and perforated too deep, causing infection. TJ Endodontics fixed it. The level of care I received was exceptional. They exceeded my expectations with the quality — most importantly, their technology."
Rebecca B.
Google Review
"Dr. Álvarez and his team are first class. I've lived in San Diego my whole life and when I needed costly dental treatment, I chose a specialist here. I could not be more satisfied with the results."
Ericka B.
Google Review
5.0 stars across 809 Google reviews. Read all reviews on Google →
Certifications & Standards
- ✓ COFEPRIS Certification — Mexico's federal health authority certification (verification in progress — contact clinic to confirm current status)
- ✓ Specialty in Endodontics — Formal post-graduate specialist credential, 2015
- ✓ Microscopic Endodontics Training — 5-year advanced program, 2015–2020
- ✓ US Insurance Accepted — Delta Dental confirmed by patient review
- ✓ 5.0 Stars / 809 Google Reviews — Perfect rating, tied for highest in directory
Contact & Location
Contact Information
- 📞 US Line: +1 619 409 2396
- 🌐 tjendodontics.com
- 📱 @TJENDODONTICS
- 📘 TJENDODONTICS
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Mon–Thu: 9am–6pm
Friday: 9am–5pm
Saturday: 8am–4pm
Sunday: Closed
WhatsApp consultations available — contact via website
Location
Av. Paseo de los Heroes 9188Edificio Rodeo, Third Floor, Suite 302
Tijuana, B.C. 22010, México 📍 View on Google Maps →
🚗 2.1 miles from San Ysidro Port of Entry
Approx. 13 min by car · 30 min on foot
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