MICRO-ENDODONTICS · LOS ALGODONES, MEXICO
Your natural tooth. Worth saving.
Specialized endodontic care with a personal approach. Dr. José Armando Hernández Mejía combines decades of experience with the precision of the surgical microscope.
- Endodontist since
- 1983
- Microscope in practice
- 1994
- Bilingual team
- EN · ES
- American Association of EndodontistsAssociate member
- International Academy of EndodonticsFounding member & Fellow
- Mexican Association of EndodonticsPast President
- Baja California Endodontic AssociationFounder
Treatments
Expert care. A clear purpose.
Relieve discomfort. Preserve your natural tooth. From your first examination to your treatment, every detail matters.
Microscopic examination
We examine the tooth under high magnification and light to find cracks, hidden canals and the real source of pain. Many “mystery” toothaches get a clear answer here.
Root canal treatment
We remove inflamed or infected pulp, clean and shape the canals, and seal them. With local anesthesia it feels much like getting a filling.
Retreatment
When a previous root canal didn’t heal, we remove the old filling material, find what was missed and seal the tooth again.
Surgical endodontics
If infection persists at the root tip, we reach it through the gum, remove the infected tissue and seal the end of the root (apicoectomy).
3D imaging (CBCT)
A cone beam scan shows root shape, bone and lesions that regular X-rays can miss, so the plan is based on what is really there.
Referred by your dentist?
Many patients come from their general dentist. We coordinate with their office so your crown or final restoration follows without delays.
Ask about this treatment
Why the microscope
You can’t treat what you can’t see.
Root canals can be narrower than a hair. The surgical microscope adds magnification and light directly into the tooth.
See more
Extra canals, fractures and calcifications become visible.
Remove less
Smaller access openings keep more of your natural tooth.
Fewer surprises
Each step is precise and can be documented on video and photo.
A teaching practice
Dr. Hernández founded the first endodontic microscope teaching center in Los Algodones.
How we work
- Save the natural tooth when it’s the right call.
- Explain the diagnosis and options before treating.
- Precision first. We don’t rush a root canal.
About the doctor
Dr. José Armando Hernández Mejía
Endodontist · Micro-endodontics and endodontic microsurgery
Dr. Hernández Mejía graduated as a dentist in Mexico City in 1980 and completed his endodontics specialty at the Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León in 1983. He has practiced full-time in Los Algodones since 1990.
In 1994 he trained with Dr. Gary Carr at the Pacific Endodontic Research Foundation and became the first endodontist in Mexico to use the surgical microscope in private practice.
He has lectured in Mexico, the United States, Costa Rica, Venezuela, Peru and Colombia, was a main speaker at the World Endodontic Congress in Athens, Greece, and is a visiting professor of micro-endodontics and microsurgery at the University of Yucatán.
Training and milestones
- 1980DDS, Universidad Tecnológica de México
- 1983Endodontics specialty, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León
- 1986Founder and President, Baja California Endodontic Association
- 1990Full-time practice in Los Algodones, B.C.
- 1994Microscope training with Dr. Gary Carr, Pacific Endodontic Research Foundation
- 2011–13President, Mexican Association of Endodontics
- 2012Founding Member and Fellow, International Academy of Endodontics
- 2014Speaker, XXXV National Congress of the Spanish Endodontic Association (AEDE), Granada
Our team
The people you’ll meet
Dra. Emma Verónica Curiel León
Endodontist
Graduate of UABC (2006), trained in micro-endodontics.
David Cordero Vázquez
Clinical assistant
More than 13 years with the practice. Trained in Cone Beam CT.
Isabel Cordero Vázquez
Personal assistant
More than 24 years with the practice.
Yesenia Hurtado Rodríguez
Reception
Fully bilingual. Your first point of contact.
Your visit
Coming from the U.S.? Here’s how it works.
Los Algodones sits right across the border from Andrade, California, minutes from Yuma, Arizona.
Book
Call, email or use the form. Tell us which tooth bothers you and whether a dentist referred you.
Cross the border
Most patients park on the U.S. side at Andrade and walk across. The office is a short walk from the port of entry.
Your appointment
Plaza Ameyalli, Av. B and 4th St., office #300. Bring any recent X-rays and a list of your medications.
Return
Bring a valid passport, passport card or other accepted travel document to re-enter the U.S.
Patient reviews
What patients say
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FAQ
Common questions
Book appointmentDoes a root canal hurt?
With modern local anesthesia, most patients say it feels like getting a filling. Some tenderness for a few days afterward is normal and is usually managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.
How many visits will I need?
Many cases are finished in one visit. Teeth with active infection, retreatments or complex anatomy may need two. We tell you at the diagnosis.
Why see an endodontist instead of my general dentist?
Endodontists complete additional years of specialty training and treat root canals every day. Complex anatomy, retreatment and root-end surgery are routine work for us.
What happens after the root canal?
Most back teeth need a crown to protect them. Your general dentist usually places it; we send them the information they need.
Do you accept insurance?
We don’t bill insurance directly. We provide the documentation you need to file a claim with your insurer for reimbursement.
How can I pay?
Cash or personal check. We do not accept credit or debit cards. Consultations have a fee.
What do I need to cross the border?
To re-enter the U.S. you need a valid passport, passport card or another accepted travel document. Check current requirements with U.S. Customs and Border Protection before your trip.
What if I need to cancel?
Please let us know at least 2 business days in advance to cancel or reschedule.
Do you speak English?
Yes. Our team serves patients in English and Spanish, and our reception is fully bilingual.
Contact
Book your appointment
Send the form and we’ll reply to confirm a date. For pain or swelling, please call.
Phone
U.S. (928) 239-5077
Mexico +52 658 517 7101Email
Address
Av. B and 4th St. #300, Plaza Ameyalli
Los Algodones, Baja California, MexicoHours
Monday to Saturday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Sunday closedPacific Time (same as Yuma in summer)