I don't often write reviews, but this one is worth it. I first visited Dr. Valerie Kanter and the Integrative Endodontics team over two years ago. Despite always having great teeth, a cracked filling during COVID led to a deep cavity. The thought of visiting an endodontist for the first time brought a mix of anxiety and childhood cautionary tales to mind. However, Dr. Valerie Kanter and her team quickly alleviated my fears with their exceptional care. Dr. Kanter's blend of compassion and technical expertise is unparalleled. While I always encourage people to do their own research, I can confidently say that Dr. Kanter and her team are the best of the best. Other reviewers have described Dr. Kanter as a doctor from the future, and they're spot-on. She uses cutting-edge technology (lasers, sound, water, etc.) but most importantly, knows how to uniquely apply it to every individual's unique situation. Ultimately, I did need a root canal, but I'm so grateful I was able to keep my tooth, and I've experienced tremendous healing in my body since visiting her. It's astounding how much one part of our health can affect the rest. During the procedure, I experienced zero pain or discomfort. The relief was so significant that I told my family I felt ten years younger. The post-operative care has been equally wonderful. We can't always change what happens to us, but we can choose how to move forward. Choose the best for yourself. Choose Dr. Kanter. read more

If you like holistic medicine this is the place for you. They were able to save a tooth that would have been a root canal elsewhere. No more pain! Thank you so much! read more

I first saw Dr. Kanter in March of this year and then for the second time last week in October. She is a genius in her profession, a rare gem in today's world of Dentistry where it is incredibly difficult to find competency. I highly trust Dr. Kanter with her testing, diagnoses and recommendations. If you need an excellent Endodontist, do yourself a favor, don't waste time seeing anyone else (like I did before I was so fortunate to find her) and go see Dr. Kanter! read more

I found Dr Kanter while watching an interview she did with Dr Mercola. I had just found out that the pain in my jaw was coming from a failed root canal. I was desperate to try and heal it on my own but made a decision that if I could not I would consult with Dr K. I learned and participated in Dr Joe Dispenzas meditation retreats and did his meditations daily. I studied the diet recommendations of Dr Weston Price. I did 12 weeks of colonics. I experimented with a red light mouth piece and rinses with hydrogen peroxide, dmso, I started using 4Life products and started selling them bc they made a difference in my energy level... so many approaches ++ I am appreciative for all the people I met in this process and the learning yet it was not healing... I went to see my local biological dentist and he said that Dr Kanter was the best of the best. She and I consulted again online and I made a decision to come to Santa Monica to see if she could save one of the failed root canals and extract the other tooth. It was an emotional decision that I knew I had to make. I am so glad I connected with her and made the trip to Santa Monica. She is amazing, thorough, kind and brilliant. She has the latest equipment to relax you and to heal your teeth. I was dreading losing my tooth and the pain. She did a fantastic job with the extraction. I had some pain and discomfort later but it was minimal compared to other procedures. I am thrilled with how well it went. It is really amazing to meet a professional that is dedicated to her craft - learning, teaching and growing with her patients. I am happy to be on a real healing journey with this tooth and to have the other one saved. Thank you, Dr K and your friendly staff! ps I love all the crystals! I started a doc film on crystals and what they do for the energy body. They truly remind us of how powerful we are read more

Integrative Endodontics - Endodontists Near Me - Santa Monica, California

After three other dental offices told me that there is no alternative to extracting three of my teeth that no longer have caps. My main concern was only that my rough, sharp edged teeth be ground down so that I would no longer be biting my tongue when I spoke or when I chewed food. I visited Dr. Valerie Kanter and she informed me that those teeth would probable fall out eventually by themselves. That did occur on one tooth soon after my grinding visit. My roots of those 3 teeth were so dead that the grinding caused allmost no pain and no pain killer medication was needed or used. After a few months later, I am still happy that I have no discomfort and two of those uncapped teeth are still there and useful. OUTSTANDING OFFICE EXPERIENCE and I was not overcharged for the visit and procedure. read more

I think I got my infection when my new dentist replaced an inlay with an onlay. The endodontist recommended by the dentist didn't think my molar would survive a root canal procedure and recommended extraction, which meant my other teeth would shift if I didn't replace the tooth or a bone graft to prep for an implant. The solution went from a few thousand dollars to many thousands plus trashing the new $2,000 onlay. I consulted Dr. Megan Rustad and she was very confident (with typical disclaimers) that she could do a successful root canal procedure. She did it! Dr. Rustad drilled through my new porcelain onlay, used laser, GentleWave, ozone, filled the hole, fine-tuned the filling so I didn't need the new onlay replaced, and injected peptides -- all while I was attached to a MEND machine. I felt great afterward and don't need to go back except for a check-up in a year. That night, I could chew steak on that side without a problem (but still didn't much to let it settle). The next day all felt normal and has ever since. Can not recommend this group highly enough. They're all lovely, caring people. I also liked the ShiftWave chair to relax before the appointment -- a nice reset after driving in L.A. traffic. Note: Parking in the building is convenient but expensive. Street parking meters are 2-hour maximum, but if your nearby, the team will take your credit card while you're in the chair and add more time if needed. read more

Dr Megan Rustad, Thank you very much for being patient, understanding and open with communication with my autistic daughter. I know she was very sensitive to everything which made treatment go a little longer and a lil stressful but I appreciate you taking the time even if it meant going a little late into your next appointment just so everything was done correctly and making sure she was comfortable. I also appreciate the fact that you realize she didn't need to have a full root canal only a partial needed to be done so thank you for saving part of her tooth and for those reasons I definitely respect and trust you as a professional. read more

Dr. Kanter and her staff are all so welcoming. The office is beautiful and spacious. All the extra amenities are a huge plus! It feels like you're walking into a spa. I highly recommend Dr Kanter she takes the time to make you feel comfortable and at ease. read more

40 trillion stars!!! Dr Niki was very, very, very, very, very gentle like a mother putting a baby to her bosom for the first time. Oh, the sweetness, education, and the lovely announcements of what he was doing, and how finished we were (what percentage)!!!! I got my dignity handed to me on a silver platter, even though I cleared my throat a lot and was worried. He took charge like the tooth in his command was his only responsibility. There was one second of extremely mild soreness once the tooth was empty of the nerve. If I'd needed more Novocain he would have given it but the second was VERY mild and POOF (!) it was gone. He was very thoughtful because he wanted all of the bacteria gone and threw in some cavities work on the tooth that he saw below the crown line. And because he was really good, I got to keep the crown; it did not splinter. Again, I know what I got. He attacked the bacteria as if he was smoothly replacing a governmental ruler and his bad law minions. (With URGENCY wrapped in an innocent and lively angel's embrace.... and with smooth diplomacy while doing it, knowing every bit of it must go.) He let me have a bathroom brake and was adept at open mouth dental dam gargle intonation talk. (Wa wa wa-wa.... "Oh yea? You have to go to the restroom? Ok, keep it open when you go.") I love that he was my doctor. Anyway, due to inflation, I'll give 45 trillion stars. read more

The best dental office in LA, iv had to go to many, but at least i found the right one. Absolutely the best. Fair and top tier quality

I have been seeing Dr. Valerie Kanter for years now, and I can't say enough good things about her and her team. If you're looking for an integrative endodontist who truly cares about your well-being and the long-term health of your teeth, Dr. Kanter is the one. She's not only a life-saver when it comes to root canals, but her level of care, professionalism, and attention to detail are unmatched. read more

Dr. Kanter is exceptional at what she does. 1,000% book your next root canal with her! She is using cutting edge technology and she's so ahead of the curve with the modalities she uses to save your teeth. So happy I found her, she's incredible. read more

The entire staff was friendly and very welcoming. The office itself was beautiful and inviting. My 13 year old needed a root canal and Dr. Niki explained the procedure thoroughly making sure he answered both of our questions. My son is terrified of needles, but Dr. Niki talked to him throughout the procedure, stopping when my son needed a break. He was so comforting and very patient. We had previously seen another dentist and my son immediately said he didn't like that guy, but he sure loved Dr. Niki. I was so surprised at how well my son did with Dr. Niki. I'm very happy with the entire experience and especially loved all the innovative equipment like the ozone, gentlewave procedure , laser etc. read more

Dr Megan Rustad is the best! She's kind, gentle, extremely competent, knowledgeable of the latest research and humble. She helped me and my family avoid multiple root canals and crowns, where others said they are needed because they didn't have the tools and skills to do excellent less invasive dental work. She once pinpointed the problem by shinning a tiny flash light on the tooth to show the crack line. 2 dentists didn't have that tool and couldn't see the crack leading them to misdiagnose the issue based on guessing. Super happy with all the work she did over the years. The office staff are amazing! read more

Dr. Kanter is an incredible doctor. She is highly technically skilled and uses the latest holistic technologies (lasers, ozone, sound wave) to clear tricky infections. She saved my lower incisor that was very close to succumbing to a jawbone infection beneath it. She had to navigate my particularly difficult and unique dental anatomy on my lower incisor for a root canal and did it extremely well. The bone has healed almost completely within a month. She is deeply embedded in holistic knowledge and uses red light therapy and other holistic supplements to accelerate healing. Could not recommend enough! read more

The best endodontist and the best team!! Dr. Kanter literally saved several of my teeth, which were all damaged from previously improperly performed root canals. Her work ethic, knowledge and professionalism are unmatched. I am so happy I found her, she is absolutely the best! I highly recommend this office! read more

Just had root canal done today. It didnt hurt! The only thing that was uncomfortable was the thing keeping my mouth open. I like this place because they are holistic endodontics! They arent like conventional as they try to avoid toxic stuff in you. They use things such as peptides (if you have blood supply in your tooth, they can use stem cells), ozone (oxygen kills bacteria), laser (kills bacteria), Gentle Wave, red light therapy, etc. I went to another endonotist and she said I'm not sure if the root canal would be successful since she said I had big infection so I had it done here instead. Nik took several xrays making sure it was successful. I'm glad I got to save my tooth instead of having an extraction--so scared of having this done. Nik also asked me numerous times if I was in any pain and he told me what he was doing. I didnt need any laughing gas--just localized shots. Great place! read more

The hour drive was absolutely worth it! Dr Rustad is amazing and I learned so much from her in my appointment. I had a root canal that went bad 3 months later. She fully examined and diagnosed my situation, gave a clear treatment plan all without rushing our time. The office was great from start to finish, the space clean and relaxing and their approach is completely holistic and cutting edge. I highly recommend this office. The investment is well worth it! read more

Really happy I made the decision to see Dr. Rustad instead of any other Endodontist recommended by my dentist. I needed a root canal and came to see Dr. Rustad for a second opinion. I had cold and chewing sensitivity and ignored it for too long. She walked me through my images, took additional ones and explained her findings and concerns. She offered treatment options and explained the pluses and minuses of both. She took care of everything that day and my issue seems to be resolved and I noticed a difference within a few days of treatment and got to keep my nervous system intact! The office staff and dental assistants were all really friendly, helpful and skilled as well :) read more

Dental work. The best experience ever! Dr KANTER is one of the most thorough, experienced, and kind Drs I've had the pleasure to meet. I highly recommend her office. All the staff goes above and beyond. read more

Dr Kanter was very professional, up to date on the latest technologies (including CT scan, ozone, peptides, red light) and made the process smooth and easy. She is warm and engaging, easy to talk to and answers questions with simple clarity. I was able to see a clear computerized diagram of the work that needed to be done to understand the process as well as what it looked like afterwards. Her staff is wonderful and the environment is very healing and nurturing. They pay attention to your health, peace of mind, body and soul. I was very impressed with the whole experience. No pain, no stress. read more

Dr. Kanter is excellent. She saw me first thing in the morning on an emergency basis and was accommodating and incredibly professional. I would recommend her services to anyone!! read more

This place is a miracle, specifically Dr. Runstad. She worked with our youngest who needed work done and has a fear of dentists. She was the first person to really talk with our daughter like a person and speak on her level. She helped get her comfortable with the process during the consultation. We made a second appointment and tried to have her do it without assistance, but needed to try again and have an anesthesiologist come in. They had a wonderful one they use named Dr. Chen. Also amazing! They were able to work on all her teeth. While our original recommendation from her regular dentist was a root canal, Dr. Runstad was able to clean and fill the problem areas with no need for a root canal thanks to their o-zone laser treatment. I can't thank them enough for working with us and saving her teeth. They all were incredible. We really loved that they truly believe and use other less invasive methods and natural healing techniques. She also had a lot of new information on how to care and prevent cavities. Very informative with the latest technology and eastern healing practices. Highly recommend! read more

I met Dr. Kanter while she was at another office and always loved how grounded she was. When I needed a root canal, I was really hesitant to get it, but didn't want to lose my tooth just yet. I knew that I liked her energy already and once I spoke to her, I felt comfortable with having her perform the procedure on me. Since then, I've seen Dr. Rustad as well and just like the rest of the office, she's incredibly pleasant and thorough as well. What stands out the most with this office is their integrity. I still only come to this office even though I have moved across the country. read more

Dr. Kanter has worked on several of my teeth. Every time I didn't even need pain medication afterwards. She has since worked on my wife's teeth and my mother-in-law. In both cases she was fixing poorly done root canals from other Dentists . She was able to fix what they did wrong and save our teeth. Basically, she's the best. She's not cheap but good work never is. read more

This was the most pleasant experience having work done on my teeth. The technology is super advanced and I felt like I was in a space age spa, by the way they nurtured and comforted me from start to finish. Dr Rustad and staff put me at ease so much that I felt at home. She was able to clean out the cavity that others had recommended either a root canal or extraction. I'll be back with another review after a few months to see how this restoration treatment holds up read more

Dr Kanter and her staff are wonderful! In the past, when I went to other Endodontists, I was always nervous, anxious and a bit apprehensive. Not with Dr Kanter. She explains clearly what is going on and makes sure I understand. She always makes me feel comfortable throughout and I leave with a smile on my face. As a matter of fact, I look forward to going to visit her as I know my teeth will be well taken care of. P.S. If she moves out of state, I would follow her for treatment. read more

Update-now that I have had an infected root canal redone by Dr. Kanter, I can say: Amazing experience!! From the "gentle" anesthetic (it wears off ever so gradually, without the weird, numb, tingly sensations) to the relaxation techniques and technologies used (ask them what's available) and the superior cleaning processes-cleaning out the tooth cavity with lasers, a flushing/vacuum system, and ozone; Dr. Kanter goes above and beyond the norm. I truly hardly knew I was having a dental procedure. No pain or discomfort afterwards either. (I bought the ProteoLytic enzyme supplement suggested). I return in six months for a complimentary 3D scan to make sure the infection has cleared in this particular tooth. I wish I lived close enough for her to do all my dental work. My only complaint is the slowness of office staff processing of my super bill. It is close to a month since my procedure and I have not yet received my super bill. I have called multiple times, was even told that it was going to be completed on a certain day and emailed to me, but I have not received it. My sister also saw Dr. Kanter for a root canal and also has not yet received her super bill and her procedure was well prior to mine. So just know that while Dr. Kanter is exceptional, some office processes seem to run quite slowly. read more

Dr. Kanter performed a re-root canal on one of my teeth that had become infected. The procedure was painless and went well. She is very gentle and explains everything before doing it. She is very adept and her technical knowledge is evident in the procedures she performs. Her office and staff are very pleasant, and I actually looked forward to my follow up visit! read more

On 12/12/24, I woke up at 3am in the morning with terrible pain in one of my molars. Had different opinions from two general dentists and a traditional endodontic practice, and after two weeks of researching for a holistic approach, I found Dr. Kanter was the best option for me to do the root canal. I live in Sacramento and no one does what she does in my area, so I made the decision to drive 8 hours to Santa Monica to be treated by her. The office is very zen and calming. Her staff is amazing: kind, attentive, compassionate. They took very good care of me. They use several modalities to relax you prior to the procedure. Dr. Kanter is the consummate professional; she uses the best and latest technology, ozone therapy, gentle wave, peptides, red light therapy & much more. I felt no pain during the procedure and have followed her recommendations post-treatment, including taking BCQ 3x a day to support my healing which has made a HUGE difference! That is an amazing product. I want to thank Gigi (for scheduling my emergency appointment), Audrey, Cynthia, and especially Dr. Kanter for her extraordinary skills and bedside manner. Definitely worth the trip and grateful for her. She saved my molar and I am pain free! read more

Deeply inept office operation. Scheduling an appointment requires a $200 advance deposit, which I put on a credit card. Later that same day I decided to pursue a different avenue of treatment and called in to cancel the appointment I had made earlier. I was told the manager was out of the office but it would be taken care of upon her return. Days and days pass, the charge remains on my card, and the appointment coming right up just around the corner. I called my credit card issuer to formally open a chargeback request. It's been circa five weeks. They have not replied to the card issuer in all this time. read more

By way of update as I conclude my treatment, Dr. Kanter and everyone at her practice provide compassionate care and peace of mind. I am very pleased and grateful for the outcome of my procedure. read more

I was in disbelief that I needed a root canal, but my general dentist was cautious about my broken tooth and was concerned that the tooth damage might need a root canal before attaching the gold crown. I was sent to Dr. Kanter because my dental office (in Long Beach) has had a long time relationship with Integrative Endodontics and has high regard for Dr. Kanter's practice and specialty. I am grateful for going to Dr. Kanter. The office and experience was calming and as painless as possible. Dr. Kanter reputation is considered the best in the area for root canals because of her techniques for thoroughness and holistic approach to healing the whole body. Everything went well, I had no pain. And I feel better now that I've taken care of a dead tooth that would have caused me great pain and distress to my mouth and overall health. read more

Great staff. Great treatment, much appreciated,. This is the best place for your dental care

Exceptional quality of care and staff. new office are beautiful and latest technology is used to really help you relax and recover from what is typically a traumaitic experience. Dr Valerie makes it a breeze. read more

Best of the best of best, period. Really, don't go anywhere else. They are leaders the industry.

I am so glad I found Dr. Kanter. She is incredibly competent and kind and I felt very well taken care of throughout the whole procedure. I had an old root canal that had been causing me some inflammation and discomfort and was concerned I would need to have it pulled and replaced with an implant. After reviewing my scans, she let me know that the tooth could be saved and she retreated it using techniques and materials that were safe and compatible with my body. She made sure I was comfortable and pain-free throughout the full process and corrected errors that the original dentist who did the prior root canal had missed. I can't recommend her highly enough. If you have been told you need a root canal or are having any issues with a previous one you've done, definitely go see her! read more

Valerie Kanter is by far the best dentist I have ever been to in all my 63 years of living. Honestly, 5 stars is not high enough of a recommendation. There was not one moment in the whole process where I did not feel completely cared for by Dr. Kanter and her excellent staff. Gracious, courteous, friendly, and attentive, they all went out of their way to ensure that I had a positive and successful treatment experience. Dr. Kanter exudes positivity and kindness, and this, together with her exceptional knowledge of the most innovative endodontic treatments, and her exemplary skills, makes her, to my mind, an endodontist like no other. I cannot describe enough the utmost care with which I was attended to, as well as a level of professionalism that made my root canal journey as effortless and painless as possible. I feel both relieved and joyous knowing that I have on my team an endodontist who I respect and admire, someone whom I will return to again and again. Thank you Doctor Kanter! read more

The effects of pregnancy and bruxism did a number on my teeth and I found myself in the chair of a skilled but run of the mill mainstream dentist who was very quick to recommend a root canal. "WITH CERTAINTY" she claimed, this was the only option for me at this point. After researching what a root canal meant... procedure wise... outcome wise.. etc etc. I decided I wanted to get a few consults with integrative dental practitioners for 2nd opinions. Enter Dr. Valerie Kanter DMD. She did a very thorough examination. We decided that a CBCT scan would be helpful and used it to formulate our game plan. She let me know that there's a chance that we could save the tooth despite how close the decay was to the root. She also did not mask the possibility that I may end up needing a root canal despite her best efforts. She was very upfront, extremely detail oriented, supervised her staff with high expectations and standards and felt that she takes great pride in being able to achieve an optimal outcome. So despite having to pay cash for her work while actually having dental insurance, I decided to go ahead and book the appointment. Long story short, she was able to avoid a root canal and did an amazing job restoring the tooth with her integrative approach. She literally did what other dentists said were impossible. Mind you, performing a root canal would've yielded her practice a better payday... yet, she did what was in the best interest of her patient beating the odds of the calculated risk. I wholeheartedly recommend a consult with her if you've been referred to get a root canal procedure. read more

I just went to Dr Kanter for the first time yesterday afternoon, with severe pain in a tooth that has bothered me on and off for years. I knew it probably needed a root canal procedure but was afraid of the negative side effects of improperly performed root canals, which I have heard so much about (leaving behind bacteria that cause infections which can impact health negatively in a number of serious ways). But once I was in severe pain a few days ago I knew I needed to address it immediately, and I also knew, even though I had never met her before, that Dr Valerie Kanter was the only person I would want to do the procedure. Her name was stored in my mind from an interview that Dr Mercola did with her a few years ago; that interview really impressed me, and I knew that this was a person who really understood how to do a root canal procedure WITHOUT risking harm to the rest of the body. The lovely office staff, understanding my urgent situation, got me in the next day. Dr Kanter had them put me at the end of the day so she would be able to help me in any way that I needed. And I did need a root canal procedure. She and her staff stayed until 7:15pm to complete the work. I was so grateful to them for fitting me in and relieving my pain. The procedure was so easy, completely painless, and even enjoyable. I had a weighted blanket on me, headphones with relaxing music, and Dr Kanter and her lovely assistant Sunny communicated with me at each stage of the procedure. The whole time I had the feeling of being in the best and most competent hands. It's a big deal to feel that kind of trust for a medical professional (and it doesn't happen often for me). I was also very grateful to Dr Kanter for understanding my concerns about being pregnant and working with me on the numbing drugs to use the minimum. She's a very compassionate and kind person. For anyone interested in the different kind of services that Dr Kanter offers and is so proficient in, I would recommend looking up the podcast of Dr Mercola's interview with her from 2021. I know you'll be convinced, as I was. And after actually experiencing her work, and all of the special steps she takes to clean that tooth out completely, I can say with confidence she's a true master at what she does. read more