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Best Root Canal Dentists in Anderson, SC (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Downtown Dental Associates, ranked #1 of 47 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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47 Anderson clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays and 2 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 Anderson at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Anderson at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Downtown Dental Associates73
2Smith, J Ron Dr73
3Allen Sterling R Dmd Res67
4Clark M DDS67
5Dr. Byron Guffee DMD67
6Dr. Camille W. Worthington, DMD67
7Dr. Charles Mowlajko67
8Dr. James R. Curtis, DMD67
9Dr. Ralph L. Pruette, DDS67
10Dr. Robert G. Austin, DMD67

The 47 best root canal dentists in Anderson, 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.

  1. Ranked #1 for root canal in Anderson

    #1 Downtown Dental Associates

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for root canals in Anderson on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Downtown Dental AssociatesFull profile
    In their words

    As trained medical professionals, our dedication to maintaining a safe environment through rigorous infection control procedures is at our core. We know that moving forward our commitment to your safety will be even more important. While continuing to meet traditional CDC and OSHA requirements, we are adopting some new, additional protocols. For example, we might wear additional PPE, request you wear a mask to your appointment, or take your temperature upon arrival.

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

  17. #17 Smith Dental Care of Anderson

    2126 N Hwy 81, Anderson, SC 29621

    63/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for root canals in Anderson: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Smith Dental Care of AndersonFull profile(864) 332-9753
    In their words

    Smith Dental Care is a team of caring, experienced dental professionals who use only the most advanced technologies, materials & procedures & whose primary focus is on comfortable, health-centered dentistry. At our community-focused practice, your comfort & satisfaction come first. We look forward to meeting you soon & developing a relationship with you to build the bridge toward long-term trust & successful dental care. We are located on the corner of Highway 81 & Wexford…

    From Smith Dental Care of Anderson's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 Creston Dental

    3112 N Main St, Anderson, SC 29621

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for root canals in Anderson: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Creston DentalFull profile(803) 590-3054
    In their words

    Creston Dental serves the local Anderson, SC community with a friendly and professional dental team to make dental visits simple and stress-free for patients of all ages.We accept most types of insurance and offer convenient payment options. Ask about our Resolution Dental Plan, which can save your family over $1,000 per year in dental needs!

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

  19. #19 Hopewell Family Dentistry

    3454 N Hwy 81, Anderson, SC 29621

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for root canals in Anderson: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 11 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Hopewell Family DentistryFull profile(864) 760-1611
    In their words

    At Hopewell Family Dentistry we are honored to help the Anderson community receive the best quality oral healthcare. Providing the best care is a big priority to us because you are all our neighbors and friends. We want you to have a dental office that you can rely on to keep your family healthy. Our dental clinic provides services such as teeth cleanings, cosmetic procedures, general treatment, and much more. Dr. Carter is always accepting new patients, so book with our…

    From Hopewell Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Southern Pediatric Dentistry

    1515 N Fant St, Anderson, SC 29621

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for root canals in Anderson 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 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Southern Pediatric DentistryFull profile(864) 844-9393

  21. #21 Electric City Dental Care

    3500 Clemson Blvd, Anderson, SC 29621

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for root canals in Anderson 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 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Electric City Dental CareFull profile(864) 401-8448
    In their words

    As trained medical professionals, our dedication to maintaining a safe environment through rigorous infection control procedures is at our core. We know that moving forward our commitment to your safety will be even more important. While continuing to meet traditional CDC and OSHA requirements, we are adopting some new, additional protocols. For example, we might wear additional PPE, request you wear a mask to your appointment, or take your temperature upon arrival.

    From Electric City Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Anderson Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery , Ty Sumner DMD

    1209 Ella St, Anderson, SC 29621

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for root canals in Anderson 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 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Anderson Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery , Ty Sumner DMDFull profile(864) 226-7503

  23. #23 Guffee Dental Associates

    105 An-10-1575, Anderson, SC 29621, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for root canals in Anderson 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 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Guffee Dental AssociatesFull profile(864) 226-1752

  25. #25 Grand Oaks Dental

    3905 Liberty Hwy, Anderson, SC 29621, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for root canals in Anderson 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 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Grand Oaks DentalFull profile(864) 224-0809
    In their words

    At Grand Oaks Dental and Sleep Well Anderson, we value patient relationships, making it our priority to deliver gentle compassionate dental care that you deserve from a dentist in Anderson. Dr. Cannick is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, and is a certified HealthyStart Provider. She is also a certified member of the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation.

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

All 47 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #47, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Cornerstone Dentistry: Dale A. Hardy, DMD37
27Dr. Mark B. Hoyle, DMD37
28Anderson Family Dental Care37
29Anderson Family Dental Care: Sconyers Ronald DDS37
30Anderson General Dentistry37
31Anderson Pediatric Dentistry37
32Anderson Periodontic Associates37
33Waters Family Dentistry - John M. Waters, DMD37
34J. Brent Copeland, DMD37
35Northlake Dental37
36ProGrin Dental of Anderson37
37Carolina Oaks Dental Care of Anderson37
38Mowlajko Family & Cosmetic Dentistry37
39Anderson Free Clinic37
40Lakeside Family Dentistry37
41Trinity Dental : Berkowitz Robert A DDS37
42Affordable Dentures & Implants33
43Palmetto Family Dentistry33
44Dr. James T. Cox III, DMD33
45Bright Smiles33
46Aspen Dental33
47Dr. Thomas Layne33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Anderson

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 Anderson's 47 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in Anderson

How much does a root canal cost in Anderson?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Anderson?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Front tooth (anterior)$700–$1,050DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina—
Premolar (bicuspid)$800–$1,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina—
Molar$1,000–$1,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina—
Retreatment of a previous root canal$1,100–$1,700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina—

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

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 Anderson root canal dentists

We scored 47 Anderson clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 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 Anderson 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 Anderson: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Anderson?

Downtown Dental Associates ranks #1 of 47 Anderson clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Smith, J Ron Dr 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 Anderson, SC?

A root canal in Anderson typically costs $700–$1,400 USD. By type: front tooth (anterior) $700–$1,050; premolar (bicuspid) $800–$1,200; molar $1,000–$1,400. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for South Carolina. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Anderson do root canals?

Yes. None of the 47 Anderson 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 South Carolina?

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 Anderson root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 47 Anderson clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Smith Dental Care of Anderson and Creston 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 Anderson?

47 Anderson clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Anderson

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 51 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.

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