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Best Root Canal Dentists in Berkeley, CA (2026)

45 clinics offering root canals, rankedUpdated 3 endodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Endospecialists- Root Canal Specialist, ranked #1 of 45 by service score; an endodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 164 Google reviews, 7 of 20 collected reviews mention root canals.

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    Best specialist (endodontist): EndoCare Group, an endodontist on staff, 4.8★ from 206 Google reviews, 3 of 20 collected reviews mention root canals.

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45 Berkeley clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 3 list an endodontist and 8 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them.

Top 10 root canal dentists in Berkeley at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Berkeley at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning root canal
1Endospecialists- Root Canal Specialist82Yes (endodontist)4.9★ (164)7
2EndoCare Group76Yes (endodontist)4.8★ (206)3
3Berkeley Free Clinic: Dental Section73———
4Dr. Vivian Lopez, DDS73———
5Dr. William Tennant, DDS73———
6Mission Dental73———
7Sligner73———
8Solano Sleep Martin L. Goldman, DDS73———
9Dr. Allan Sio DDS67———
10Dr. Llanell Vararaj67———

The 45 best root canal dentists in Berkeley, 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.

  16. #16 Total Health Dental Care Welcome Center

    3085 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for root canals in Berkeley: Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Total Health Dental Care Welcome CenterFull profile(510) 495-1075
    In their words

    Our dental offices are 100% Covid prepared! Best Bay Area dentistry 7 days a week for a healthy smile! Our team of dental hygienists, dentists and dental specialists (orthodontists, endodontists, oral surgeons and periodontists) use the latest state-of-the-art technology for premium dental care: dental cleanings, orthodontics, Invisalign, oral surgery, periodontics, teeth whitening, holistic dental care, emergency and urgent dental care, dental implants, same-day crowns and…

    From Total Health Dental Care Welcome Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 Berkeley Dentistry - Ricky Singh, DMD

    914 The Alameda, Berkeley, CA 94707, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Berkeley Dentistry - Ricky Singh, DMDFull profile(510) 524-6234

  20. #20 Berkeley Smiles

    2430 Webster St, Berkeley, CA 94705

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for root canals in Berkeley: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Wed 7:30 AM–4 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Berkeley SmilesFull profile(510) 843-4550

  22. #22 Aloha Pediatric Dentistry

    2640 Telegraph Ave suite 101, Berkeley, CA 94704

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for root canals in Berkeley: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aloha Pediatric DentistryFull profile(510) 848-6494
    In their words

    At Aloha Pediatric Dentistry in Berkeley, it is our mission to provide high quality pediatric dental care to children and adolescents in a safe, comfortable, and caring environment. Our group practice focuses on the early prevention of dental issues in order to help educate and establish optimal dental health for a lifetime of bright and happy smiles. We seek to introduce children to the world of dentistry in a cheerful and fun environment in which many of our patients truly…

    From Aloha Pediatric Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Channing Dental

    2240 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94704, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for root canals in Berkeley 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–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Channing DentalFull profile(510) 845-6494
    In their words

    Welcome to Channing Dental, we are excited to help you with all your oral health needs, including, dental cleanings, dental sealants, teeth whitening, dental implants, and more. We are located on Channing Way in Berkeley, California, which means we can conveniently accept patients from all over the region. Serving our community since 1941, our friendly and knowledgeable staff strive to provide the highest level of dental support possible to ensure our patients achieve…

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

All 45 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #45, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Jun Park, DDS37
27Lauren Yasuda Rainey, DDS - Berkeley Dentist37
28Your Dental Story - Dentists in Berkeley CA37
29Dr. Erwin Yeh DDS37
30Ashby Dental in Elmwood37
31Dr. Sandor Hites, DDS37
32Dr. Sonja K. Garden, DDS37
33Berkeley Hills Dentistry37
34Eric S. Citron, D.D.S.37
35Transcendentist37
36Berkeley Dental Group37
37Refresh Dental37
38Phillip H. Saddler DDS37
39Berkeley Dental Studio37
40Berkeley Hills Dental Care33
41Dr. Barry R. Liu, DDS33
42LifeLong Dental Care33
43Dr. Simarjit Singh33
44James T. White, DDS33
45Katherine Quist, DDS33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Berkeley

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.

3 of Berkeley's 45 clinics offering root canals have an endodontist on staff. See endodontists in Berkeley

How much does a root canal cost in Berkeley?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Berkeley?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Front tooth (anterior)$980–$1,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Premolar (bicuspid)$1,100–$1,700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Molar$1,400–$1,950DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Retreatment of a previous root canal$1,550–$2,350DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—

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

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 Berkeley root canal dentists

We scored 45 Berkeley clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 3 were excluded (3 duplicate listings). 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 Berkeley data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
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 Berkeley: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Berkeley?

Endospecialists- Root Canal Specialist ranks #1 of 45 Berkeley clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has an endodontist on staff and 4.9★ from 164 Google reviews. EndoCare Group ranks #2 (an endodontist on staff). 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 Berkeley, CA?

A root canal in Berkeley typically costs $980–$1,960 USD. By type: front tooth (anterior) $980–$1,450; premolar (bicuspid) $1,100–$1,700; molar $1,400–$1,950. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Berkeley do root canals?

Yes. 42 of the 45 Berkeley clinics offering root canals do not list an endodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 3 list an endodontist on staff. 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 California?

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 Berkeley root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

8 of 45 Berkeley clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Endospecialists- Root Canal Specialist, Berkeley Dental & Lab and Total Health Dental Care Welcome Center. 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 Berkeley?

45 Berkeley clinics list root canals in our data. 3 of them list an endodontist on staff. They include Endospecialists- Root Canal Specialist and EndoCare Group. 8 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 3 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Berkeley

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 95 clinics.
  2. : 3 duplicate listings merged.

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