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Best Root Canal Dentists in Chelsea, MA (2026)

19 clinics offering root canals, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Mystic Dental Studio, ranked #1 of 19 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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19 Chelsea clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 8 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.

Top 10 root canal dentists in Chelsea at a glance

The 19 best root canal dentists in Chelsea, 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. #6 Excel Dental Chelsea

    110 Park St UNIT #1, Chelsea, MA 02150

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Our Excel Dental, we value our patient relationships, making it our priority to deliver gentle compassionate care that you deserve from a dentist in Everett. We work hard to make you feel at ease by providing exceptional patient care in a relaxed, convenient atmosphere. We strive to develop lifelong relationships with our patients by combining the latest dental technology with a professional and compassionate staff. The result is a beautiful, healthy smile that lasts a…

    From Excel Dental Chelsea's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #8 Trans Dental Care

    242 Everett Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for root canals in Chelsea: Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 9:30 AM–12:30 PM · Wed 1 PM–5:30 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun 9 AM–4 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  3. #10 Mass General: Chelsea HealthCare Center

    151 Everett Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for root canals in Chelsea: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #11 Cortland Dental

    1096 Revere Beach Pkwy, Chelsea, MA 02150

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for root canals in Chelsea: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Cortland Dental serves the local Chelsea, MA 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 Cortland Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #12 Chelsea Pediatric Dentistry

    950 Broadway #1c, Chelsea, MA 02150, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for root canals in Chelsea: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Chelsea Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, we provide dental services for young children to teens. For the same reasons that you take your child to see a pediatrician, children benefit from seeing a pediatric dentist who specializes in handling their specific needs. Come see our office, where kids can have fun before and after their dental appointment. We have iPads, televisions at every chair, video games, a fun waiting room and a huge choice of prizes to reward a…

    From Chelsea Pediatric Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #14 Family Dental Care of Chelsea

    357 Broadway, Chelsea, MA 02150, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for root canals in Chelsea: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 1 PM–5:30 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–1 PM · Thu–Fri 1 PM–5:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–12:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #16 Everett Childrens Dental Center

    100 Everett Ave STE 10, Chelsea, MA 02150

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for root canals in Chelsea 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 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #17 Chelsea Dental Associates

    109 Washington Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for root canals in Chelsea 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 9 AM–4 PM · Tue 9 AM–1 PM · Wed 9:30 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  9. #18 Chelsea Orthodontics

    131 Arlington St, Chelsea, MA 02150

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for root canals in Chelsea 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 10 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu closed · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  10. #19 Affordable Family Dental

    59 Washington Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for root canals in Chelsea 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

    In their words

    We are proud to offer family-oriented dentistry in Chelsea, Massachusetts, and we love to see patients from Everett, Revere, Boston, Malden, Lynn and Saugus. No matter if you need a veneer, checkup, filling or crown, our team is here to care for you. Our team will make you feel at home and will know you and your family by name. We have dental services to meet the needs of everyone in your family, starting at age one and up. Our team is focused on helping you create your…

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

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Chelsea

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 Chelsea's 19 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in Chelsea

How much does a root canal cost in Chelsea?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Chelsea?
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 Chelsea

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 Chelsea root canal dentists

We scored 19 Chelsea 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). 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 Chelsea 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 Chelsea: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Chelsea?

Mystic Dental Studio ranks #1 of 19 Chelsea clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Vandana Soni, DMD 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 Chelsea, MA?

A root canal in Chelsea 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 Chelsea do root canals?

Yes. None of the 19 Chelsea 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 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.

Which Chelsea root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

8 of 19 Chelsea clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Excel Dental Chelsea, Alpha Dental Chelsea and Trans Dental Care. 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 Chelsea?

19 Chelsea clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 8 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Chelsea

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 20 clinics.
  2. : 3 duplicate listings merged.