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Best Root Canal Dentists in Amherst, NY (2026)

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    Best overall for root canals: Shatkin F.I.R.S.T., ranked #1 of 16 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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16 Amherst clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 8 open after 6pm. None list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 root canal dentists in Amherst at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Amherst at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Shatkin F.I.R.S.T.73
2Dr. Michael Lamastra67
3Dr. Patrick L. Irving, DDS67
4Inspire Dental Group57
5Dr Bob's Dental Care53
6Lif Dental53
7Westermeier Martin Dental Care43
8Choice 1 Dental43
9Dr. Vasuki Thevanayagam, DDS43
10Maple Dental43

The 16 best root canal dentists in Amherst, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

  4. #4 Inspire Dental Group

    4330 Maple Rd, Amherst, NY 14226

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for root canals in Amherst: evening hours and Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7:30 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Inspire Dental GroupFull profile(716) 362-4800
    In their words

    Inspire Dental Group offers a full range of dental services for adults and children. Our team of professionals is committed to providing our patients with exceptional comprehensive care in a compassionate manner; the same care that we would seek for our own friends and family

    From Inspire Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 Dr Bob's Dental Care

    4927 Main St, Amherst, NY 14226

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for root canals in Amherst: evening hours and Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr Bob's Dental CareFull profile(716) 631-2728

  6. #6 Lif Dental

    2000 Eggert Rd, Amherst, NY 14226

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for root canals in Amherst: evening hours and Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Tue closed · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lif DentalFull profile(716) 838-3838
    In their words

    We empower the people we serve with a smile that brightens the day of others and changes the way they view themselves. We offer a range of dental services to help you maintain a healthy smile. These services including: hygiene, general dentistry, implants, fillings, crowns, root canals, periodontics, partial or full dentures, invisible braces, and endodontics. Our doctors are committed to providing the highest quality of dentistry to ensure the longevity of your oral health.

    From Lif Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  7. #7 Westermeier Martin Dental Care

    3500 Sheridan Dr, Amherst, NY 14226

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for root canals in Amherst: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–7 PM · Wed 7 AM–4 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Westermeier Martin Dental CareFull profile(716) 508-4547
    In their words

    Drs. Scott Westermeier and Jeff Martin have worked to create a world-class, hi-tech dental facility right here in Western New York designed to meet the dental needs of their busy patients. At Westermeier Martin Dental, we have set up our practice so that our patients can comfortably receive every type of dental care they need under one roof from experienced, compassionate dental professionals. And while our list of services may read like other dental offices, it’s the way we…

    From Westermeier Martin Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  8. #8 Choice 1 Dental

    2878 Niagara Falls Blvd, Amherst, NY 14228, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for root canals in Amherst: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–2 PM · Thu 9 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Choice 1 DentalFull profile(716) 693-2861

  9. #9 Dr. Vasuki Thevanayagam, DDS

    2878 Niagara Falls Blvd, Amherst, NY 14228, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for root canals in Amherst: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–2 PM · Thu 9 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Vasuki Thevanayagam, DDSFull profile(716) 693-2861

  11. #11 Matteliano James C DDS

    2122 Eggert Rd # 4, Amherst, NY 14226

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for root canals in Amherst: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue closed · Wed 12 PM–8 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Matteliano James C DDSFull profile(716) 832-1678

  12. #12 Buffalo General Dentistry | Implant, Sedation & Cosmetic

    4955 N Bailey Ave Suite 110, Amherst, NY 14226, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for root canals in Amherst on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 10 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Buffalo General Dentistry | Implant, Sedation & CosmeticFull profile(716) 836-1620
    In their words

    Your fully-vaccinated team at Buffalo General Dentistry welcomes you to the leading dental implant, sedation, and cosmetic practice in the Western New York area! Dr. Jammal has helped thousands of patients improve and maintain beautiful, healthy smiles at our dental office in Amherst, NY. Our practice has expertise in a wide scope of dental treatments.

    From Buffalo General Dentistry | Implant, Sedation & Cosmetic's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  13. #13 Jeffrey I. Goldberg DDS PLLC

    3980 Sheridan Dr, Amherst, NY 14226

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for root canals in Amherst on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 1 PM–5 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Jeffrey I. Goldberg DDS PLLCFull profile(716) 636-2222

  14. #14 Amherst Gentle Dentistry

    4510 Main St, Amherst, NY 14226

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for root canals in Amherst on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue–Thu 7 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Amherst Gentle DentistryFull profile(716) 839-4222
    In their words

    We accept Dentaquest, Emblem Health, Healthplex, and most other insurances. Dr. Robert Bork and his Staff at Amherst Gentle Dentistry have raised the practice of dentistry to a whole new level. We use only the finest materials, the newest technology and the most cutting-edge dentistry, whether it’s white fillings, teeth cleanings, root canals, crowns, dentures or bridges.

    From Amherst Gentle Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  15. #15 Moore Family Dental

    350 Alberta Dr, Amherst, NY 14226

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for root canals in Amherst on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–4 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–12 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Moore Family DentalFull profile(716) 835-1670
    In their words

    Conveniently located in Amherst, NY, Moore Family Dental is a comprehensive dental facility focusing upon total oral health. Our responsibility is to listen to our patients, address their primary needs and concerns – and then get them to a point of optimal oral well being. Our Amherst dentist office understands that everybody’s life situations vary greatly, and only through a relationship built upon an open line of communication can we achieve our mutual goals. We are…

    From Moore Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  16. #16 Winning Smiles

    3476 Sheridan Dr, Amherst, NY 14226

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for root canals in Amherst on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Winning SmilesFull profile(716) 332-2444

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Amherst

Clinics that list same-day or emergency care, or post Saturday, Sunday or after-6 PM hours. Severe swelling or bleeding: go to a hospital.

What is a root canal?

A root canal removes infected or inflamed pulp from inside a tooth, then cleans, disinfects and seals the canals. It is done to save a natural tooth that would otherwise need to come out. Most back teeth need a crown afterward.

Root canal: specialist or general dentist?

Many general dentists perform root canals, especially on front teeth and premolars. Endodontists are root canal specialists with 2–3 extra years of training. They are often recommended for molars with curved or hidden canals, retreatments, and teeth with unusual anatomy.

None of Amherst's 16 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in Amherst

How much does a root canal cost in Amherst?

Typical ranges in USD for Amherst, NY. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does a root canal cost in Amherst?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Front tooth (anterior)$1,000–$1,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Premolar (bicuspid)$1,150–$1,750DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Molar$1,450–$2,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Retreatment of a previous root canal$1,600–$2,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full root canal cost guide for Amherst

What to expect from a root canal

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

A root canal: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visits1–2 visits, plus a later visit for a crown on most back teeth
Chair timeAbout 60–90 minutes per visit
RecoveryMost patients return to normal activity the next day; tenderness for a few days is common
When to see a specialistMolars, retreatment of an earlier root canal, calcified or curved canals, or when your dentist refers you

How we ranked Amherst root canal dentists

We scored 16 Amherst clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 5 were excluded (5 duplicate listings). Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Amherst data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

Root canals in Amherst: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Amherst?

Shatkin F.I.R.S.T. ranks #1 of 16 Amherst clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Michael Lamastra ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an endodontist on staff.

How much does a root canal cost in Amherst, NY?

A root canal in Amherst typically costs $1,015–$2,030 USD. By type: front tooth (anterior) $1,000–$1,500; premolar (bicuspid) $1,150–$1,750; molar $1,450–$2,000. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Amherst do root canals?

Yes. None of the 16 Amherst clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data, so general dentists there typically provide it. Typical reasons to see an endodontist: molars, retreatment of an earlier root canal, calcified or curved canals, or when your dentist refers you.

Is a root canal covered by insurance or Medicaid in New York?

Many dental insurance plans cover root canals as basic or major care, often at 50–80% after the deductible, up to the annual maximum. The crown is usually billed separately. Medicaid coverage for adults varies by state.

Does a root canal hurt?

Most patients say a root canal feels similar to getting a filling, because the tooth is numbed with local anesthetic. The infection beforehand is often more painful than the procedure. Mild soreness for a few days afterward is common and usually eases with over-the-counter pain relief.

Which Amherst root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 16 Amherst clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Inspire Dental Group, Dr Bob's Dental Care and Lif Dental. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer root canals in Amherst?

16 Amherst clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Amherst

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 29 clinics.
  2. : 5 duplicate listings merged.

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