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01 — The Team

Decades of trust.

Meet the Team

02 — Credentials

Board-Certified
expertise matters.

Learn Why

03 — Technology

Better results
through technology.

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04 — Experience

Comfortable
and safe.

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05 — Cases

Cases as unique
as you.

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06 — Questions

Answers, first.

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Welcome to Saddleback Valley Endodontics

We are South Orange County's trusted source for gentle, expert care. We have the expertise, technology, and compassion to give you the very best endodontic care available. We look forward to helping you preserve the natural health of your teeth, and to showing you why there has never been a better time to have a root canal.

01 — Diagnosis

The diagnosis defines everything that follows.

A thorough, unhurried evaluation is the single most important step in any treatment journey. Our process is built to surface the right answers before any plan is proposed.

  1. Step 01

    Consultation

    A focused conversation about history, symptoms, and goals — without the clock.

  2. Step 02

    Imaging & Workup

    In-house diagnostics tailored to the case, often completed in a single visit.

  3. Step 03

    Review

    Findings reviewed by board-certified specialists and presented in plain language.

  4. Step 04

    Plan

    A personalized plan with clear options, expectations, and next steps.

02 — Services

Every treatment, one specialist team.

From first consult through long-term follow-up, every service is delivered by the same team that knows your case.

Saddleback Valley Endodontics

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide exceptional endodontic care and service for our patients and referring doctors. We provide skillful treatment in a compassionate, accommodating, and comfortable environment.

We strive to create a positive experience for everyone in our office, and to exceed our patients' expectations at all steps throughout their treatment. We work with a spirit of optimism and positivity, understanding that this is how we serve best as a team and genuinely care for people. We constantly refine our knowledge, skills, and ourselves to better accomplish our mission.

03 — The Team

Led by board-certified specialists.

Every member of the practice has trained, and continues to train, at the highest level in their field.

Dr. Lars Björn Jönsson

Dr. Lars B. Jönsson

DDS, MS · Diplomate ABE

Founding partner. Endodontics & implant fellowship.

Dr. Charles Tatosian

Dr. Charles Tatosian

DDS, MS · Diplomate ABE

In practice Mission Viejo since 1992.

Dr. Wayland Chu

Dr. Wayland Chu

DDS, MSD · Diplomate ABE

U of Washington residency. Southern CA raised.

04 — Technology

Precision, measured.

Investment in the right equipment is not about novelty — it is about better answers, smaller incisions, and faster recoveries.

0.3mm

Imaging Resolution

Sub-millimeter detail across every diagnostic scan.

98%

Same-Day Results

Most workups completed before you leave the office.

24/7

Patient Portal

Secure access to your records, imaging, and care team.

05 — Questions

Answers, plainly.

A few of the questions we hear most often. If yours isn't here, call us at (949) 581-8890.

No referral is required. Many patients come to us directly, and we coordinate with your general dentist as needed.
We accept most major dental insurance plans. For specifics, please contact our office and we'll verify your benefits before your visit.
New patient consultations are typically available within one to two weeks. Urgent cases are prioritized and often seen the same week.
Always. Bring your imaging and records — we'll handle the rest.
A photo ID, your insurance card, a list of current medications, and any imaging or records from previous providers if available.

Begin with a conversation.

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Location
25261 Paseo De Valencia, Suite 3
Laguna Hills, CA 92637
Hours
Mon – Fri · 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Answering service after hours
Phone
(949) 581-8890
Fax
(949) 581-3902
Email
office@sbvendo.com