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Best Root Canal Dentists in Brookline, MA (2026)

4 clinics offering root canals, rankedUpdated 1 endodontist0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: North Shore & Brookline Endodontics, ranked #1 of 4 by service score; an endodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 482 Google reviews, 4 of 20 collected reviews mention root canals.

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4 Brookline clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an endodontist and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 4 root canal dentists in Brookline at a glance

Top 4 root canal dentists in Brookline at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning root canal
1North Shore & Brookline Endodontics79Yes (endodontist)4.9★ (482)4
2Longwood Dental Group47———
3CITIDental Brookline37———
4Comfort Dental Care of Brookline33———

The 4 best root canal dentists in Brookline, 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. #2 Longwood Dental Group

    1842 Beacon St, Brookline, MA 02445, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for root canals in Brookline: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Longwood Dental Group, we offer all the dental services you need for a beautiful smile including dental implants, Invisalign and cleanings! Whether you’re seeking routine dental maintenance – or need more work – our dentists can do everything within our conveniently located Brookline dentist office.

    From Longwood Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #3 CITIDental Brookline

    637 Washington St Ste 210, Brookline, MA 02446, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for root canals in Brookline 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–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Your smile is one of your most valuable assets. At CITIDental Brookline, we partner with you to keep it in top condition. Located in Brookline, MA, we serve patients from Boston, Newton, and the surrounding area. We offer a full array of cosmetic dental procedures, including veneers, implants, crowns and bridges, composite bonding, and many others.

    From CITIDental Brookline's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #4 Comfort Dental Care of Brookline

    1842 Beacon St STE 102, Brookline, MA 02445

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for root canals in Brookline 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 closed · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Brookline

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.

1 of Brookline's 4 clinics offering root canals has an endodontist on staff. See endodontists in Brookline

How much does a root canal cost in Brookline?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Brookline?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Front tooth (anterior)$950–$1,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Premolar (bicuspid)$1,100–$1,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Molar$1,350–$1,900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Retreatment of a previous root canal$1,500–$2,250DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—

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

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 Brookline root canal dentists

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

Who is the best root canal dentist in Brookline?

North Shore & Brookline Endodontics ranks #1 of 4 Brookline clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has an endodontist on staff and 4.9★ from 482 Google reviews. Longwood Dental Group ranks #2 (evening hours). 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 Brookline, MA?

A root canal in Brookline typically costs $945–$1,890 USD. By type: front tooth (anterior) $950–$1,400; premolar (bicuspid) $1,100–$1,600; molar $1,350–$1,900. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Brookline do root canals?

Yes. 3 of the 4 Brookline clinics offering root canals do not list an endodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 1 lists 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 Massachusetts?

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.

How many dentists offer root canals in Brookline?

4 Brookline clinics list root canals in our data. 1 of them lists an endodontist on staff. They include North Shore & Brookline Endodontics. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Brookline

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 67 clinics.