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Best Root Canal Dentists in Carol Stream, IL (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Dr. Priyanka Mehta, ranked #1 of 17 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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17 Carol Stream clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 5 open Saturdays and 6 open after 6pm. None list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

The 17 best root canal dentists in Carol Stream, 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. #5 John E Sullivan, DDS

    511 Thornhill Dr, Carol Stream, IL 60188, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue–Thu 12 PM–8 PM · Fri–Sat 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We are a Carol Stream dental practice dedicated to enhancing and restoring the natural beauty of your smile using state-of-the-art dental procedures that result in long-lasting and beautiful smiles! We provide a standard of excellence in customized dental care that helps us provide you quality dental services. We offer comprehensive treatment planning and use preventative, restorative and cosmetic dentistry to achieve optimum dental health. We pride ourselves in providing…

    From John E Sullivan, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #6 David J. Blackman, DDS

    400 N Gary Ave, Carol Stream, IL 60188

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 7 AM–2 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 7 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #7 Carol Stream Dental Associates

    784 W Army Trail Rd, Carol Stream, IL 60188, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for root canals in Carol Stream: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–6:30 PM · Thu 8 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Carol Stream Dental Associates in Carol Stream , Illinois! Our team of dentists, specialists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and pampering management crew works together to give the busy families and professionals of our community the perfect patient experience!

    From Carol Stream Dental Associates's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #8 Dr. Michael Slavin Periodontist at Carol Stream

    784 Army Trail Rd, Carol Stream, IL 60188

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for root canals in Carol Stream: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Periodontics focuses on the health of your gums and the prevention of gum disease (periodontal disease). If decay or plaque is allowed to build up along the gum line (due to poor oral hygiene), it can lead to serious dental problems such as bleeding gums, pain when chewing, and even tooth loss.Our board-certified periodontist, Dr. Michael Slavin has furthered his dental education to become an expert in this area. Along with our dental hygienists, he evaluates the health of…

    From Dr. Michael Slavin Periodontist at Carol Stream's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #9 Dr. Rudolfo Valente Orthodontist at Carol Stream

    784 W Army Trail Rd, Carol Stream, IL 60188

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for root canals in Carol Stream: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Would you like to get the smile of your dreams but don’t want the hassle of metal braces? Our clear aligners could be the answer! With this modern aligning system, you can correct common orthodontic issues without any metal or wires in sight. The discreet, nearly invisible aligners gently move your teeth into their ideal position, leaving you with a straightened and healthier smile. We specialise in all types of orth procedures, including ...... We also specilize in both…

    From Dr. Rudolfo Valente Orthodontist at Carol Stream's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #10 KL Family Dental

    503 Thornhill Dr, Carol Stream, IL 60188

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for root canals in Carol Stream: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8:30 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Carol Stream, IL Dentist KL Family Dental, is an experienced general dental practice with a focus on providing excellent personalized care to patients from the Carol Stream area. We utilize modern technology and advanced techniques to ensure your treatment is efficient, effective, and comfortable. Dr. Karyn Swade and our compassionate team are welcoming new patients to our convenient Carol Stream dental office.

    From KL Family Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #11 Dupage Dental Care

    206 N Gary Ave, Carol Stream, IL 60188

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for root canals in Carol Stream: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 12 PM–6 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #12 Park Dental Care

    26W276 Geneva Rd Suite E, Carol Stream, IL 60188

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for root canals in Carol Stream: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Park Dental Care based in Carol Stream, IL, is a family dental practice run by Drs. Evelyn Maggos, Georgia Vlachogiannis, Britly Barton, and a team of skilled hygienists who take pride in treating patients of all ages and making sure their oral care needs are met. The clinic offers patient-centered and individualized attention and takes measures to facilitate patient education while following a policy of transparency when it comes to discussing treatment options.

    From Park Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. #14 Prairie Path Oral Surgery: Mark F. Erickson, DDS

    383 S Schmale Rd, Carol Stream, IL 60188

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for root canals in Carol Stream 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

    In their words

    PRAIRIE PATH ORAL SURGERY Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Mark F. Erickson, D.D.S., Carol Stream, IL, is dedicated to providing a high standard of care for our patients and referring doctors. We strive to make your experience as easy as possible. Dr. Erickson provides comprehensive care for a variety of issues relating to the mouth, teeth and facial regions. Dr. Erickson practices the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery ranging from dental implants, bone grafting and…

    From Prairie Path Oral Surgery: Mark F. Erickson, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  10. #15 Lane Dental

    940 Army Trail Rd, Carol Stream, IL 60188, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for root canals in Carol Stream 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 7 AM–3 PM · Tue 10 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8 AM–3 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Carol Stream Dentist, Lane Dental, is an experienced general dental practice with a focus on providing excellent personalized care to patients from the Carol Stream area. We utilize modern technology and advanced techniques to ensure your treatment is efficient, effective, and comfortable. Dr. Gregory Lane and our compassionate team are welcoming new patients to our convenient Carol Stream dental office. Our dentistry services include: Preventive dentistry Restorative…

    From Lane Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  11. #16 Dr. Kim S. Dubovik-Battisto, DDS

    141 Hiawatha Dr, Carol Stream, IL 60188

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for root canals in Carol Stream 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–Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  12. #17 Dr. Paul Delaney, DDS

    984 Army Trail Rd, Carol Stream, IL 60188, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for root canals in Carol Stream 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–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Carol Stream

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 Carol Stream's 17 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in Carol Stream

How much does a root canal cost in Carol Stream?

Typical ranges in USD for Carol Stream, IL. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does a root canal cost in Carol Stream?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Front tooth (anterior)$810–$1,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Premolar (bicuspid)$920–$1,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Molar$1,150–$1,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Retreatment of a previous root canal$1,250–$1,950DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—

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

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 Carol Stream root canal dentists

We scored 17 Carol Stream clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 7 were excluded (7 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 Carol Stream 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 Carol Stream: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Carol Stream?

Dr. Priyanka Mehta ranks #1 of 17 Carol Stream clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Jafri Firdaus S DDS 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 Carol Stream, IL?

A root canal in Carol Stream typically costs $805–$1,610 USD. By type: front tooth (anterior) $810–$1,200; premolar (bicuspid) $920–$1,400; molar $1,150–$1,600. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Carol Stream do root canals?

Yes. None of the 17 Carol Stream 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 Illinois?

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 Carol Stream root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

5 of 17 Carol Stream clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including John E Sullivan, DDS, David J. Blackman, DDS and KL Family 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 Carol Stream?

17 Carol Stream clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 5 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Carol Stream

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 19 clinics.
  2. : 7 duplicate listings merged.