Alberto Ruiz, DDS, DMD

Endodontics is one of those dental specialties that most people only think about when they need it—root canals, cracked teeth, or persistent pain that won’t quit. Alberto Ruiz, DDS, DMD focuses on those precise issues, handling everything from routine pulp therapy to more complex surgical procedures like apicoectomies. The practice doesn’t branch into general dentistry or cosmetics; its scope stays narrow, dealing exclusively with the inner workings of teeth and the tissues surrounding their roots. That kind of specialization means no distractions from the core problem: saving natural teeth when extraction might seem like the easier option.

The office sits at 3411 SW 36th Terrace Suite 1, a stretch of Ocala that’s more functional than flashy, surrounded by the kind of low-key professional buildings that blend into daily errands. This isn’t a part of town that draws tourists, but for locals dealing with a sudden toothache or a referral for advanced care, the location is straightforward—no winding side streets or confusing plaza layouts. Parking here follows the usual Florida logic: efficient, if not exactly scenic.

Most endodontic visits start with the same question: *Can this tooth be saved?* And that’s where the nuance comes in. Retreatment of failed root canals, traumatic dental injuries, or diagnosing the source of elusive oral pain—these aren’t quick-fix scenarios. The place operates on the principle that preserving a natural tooth, when possible, is almost always the better long-term play. No whitening strips or aligners in sight; just the quiet, methodical work of keeping what’s already there intact.

Questions about procedures or insurance? A call to (352) 390-3699 connects directly to the office. For first-time visitors, the map pinpoints the suite without ambiguity—because when you’re dealing with a throbbing molar, the last thing you need is a detour.