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Best Root Canal Dentists in Columbia, MD (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for root canals: Columbia Advanced Dental Studio, ranked #1 of 54 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

  2. 6

    Best specialist (endodontist): Dentistry for Children Maryland - Columbia, an endodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 957 Google reviews.

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54 Columbia clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an endodontist and 9 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 root canal dentists in Columbia at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Columbia at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)
1Columbia Advanced Dental Studio73——
2Columbia Dental Excellence73——
3Dr. Christopher K. Yoo, DMD73——
4Dynamic Dental Care73——
5Good Day Family Dental, LLC73——
6Dentistry for Children Maryland - Columbia72Yes (endodontist)4.9★ (957)
7B. Crafton67——
8CDMC USA67——
9Columbia Pediatric Dentistry67——
10Dr. Nathaniel Fogel67——

The 54 best root canal dentists in Columbia, 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.

  13. #13 Greater Maryland Dental Partnership: Lee Stacey DDS

    10840 Little Patuxent Pkwy #303, Columbia, MD 21044, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for root canals in Columbia 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 Greater Maryland Dental Partnership: Lee Stacey DDSFull profile(410) 997-2400

  16. #16 Long Reach Village Dental Center

    8775 Cloudleap Ct #236, Columbia, MD 21045, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for root canals in Columbia: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 3:30 PM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 3:30 PM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Long Reach Village Dental CenterFull profile(410) 599-5214

  17. #17 Columbia Center for Implants & Periodontics

    6395 Dobbin Rd #208, Columbia, MD 21045

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for root canals in Columbia: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Columbia Center for Implants & PeriodonticsFull profile(410) 997-1189
    In their words

    The doctors at Columbia Center for Implants & Periodontics offer excellence in periodontal and implant services to Columbia, MD and the surrounding communities. We believe in the patient experience being the highest priority. Our mission is to guide our patients along a path of optimal dental health by delivering the highest possible level of care. Our expertise range from Extractions, Dental Implant Placement and Full-Mouth Reconstruction to Periodontal Surgery utilizing…

    From Columbia Center for Implants & Periodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 Paulomi R. Desai DDS - Aesthetic Dentistry of Howard County, LLC

    11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy Suite 207, Columbia, MD 21044

    47/10030% of factors measured

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

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Paulomi R. Desai DDS - Aesthetic Dentistry of Howard County, LLCFull profile(410) 997-0555

  19. #19 Precision Dentistry

    8850 Columbia 100 Pkwy # 312, Columbia, MD 21045, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for root canals in Columbia: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Precision DentistryFull profile(410) 884-0262
    In their words

    Welcome to Precision Dentistry! We are committed to providing top-tier dental services for the entire family. Adhering to a patient-centric philosophy, our team strives to foster an atmosphere of comfort and compassion. Using advanced techniques, we offer the latest in cosmetic dentistry procedures and facial aesthetics. We also stay up-to-date with current technology to provide our patients with the mos We offer a comprehensive range of dental services, including routine…

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

  20. #20 Maryland Family Dentistry - Columbia

    8900 Columbia 100 Pkwy Suite B, Columbia, MD 21045

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for root canals in Columbia: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Maryland Family Dentistry - ColumbiaFull profile(410) 772-5453

  22. #22 Columbia Dental Designs

    8600 Snowden River Pkwy STE 308, Columbia, MD 21045

    47/10030% of factors measured

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

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Columbia Dental DesignsFull profile(410) 290-0646
    In their words

    In a relaxed atmosphere, with a friendly staff, Dr. Jay Yi offers his considerable training, experience, and patience in a modern, state-of-the-art office. He has been called a "Top-Rated Dentist for Quality" by the Washington Consumers' Checkbook Magazine. Dr. Yi has been honored with fellowship awards given by two of the most prominent national dental organizations for his demonstration of clinical knowledge and experience: the International Congress of Oral…

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

All 54 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #54, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Judd Dentistry PA37
27John C. Graybeal, Jr. DDS, PA37
28Crafton Dental37
29Dental One Associates of Columbia37
30Maryland Smile Center37
31Columbia Dental Solutions LLC, Mazen Chehab DMD37
32Dodek & Dodek Dental Group37
33Garbis Dental Associates of Columbia37
34Aesthetic Family Dentistry of Columbia37
35Akeso Oral, Facial & Dental Implant Surgery - Columbia37
36Columbia Family Dental Care: Sulekha Agrawal, DMD37
37Columbia Family Dentist37
38Howard County Smiles: Ray M. Becker, DDS37
39Pineview Dental37
40Woodside Dental37
41Today's Smile Dental37
42Dental Care of Columbia37
43Elegant Dental Care37
44RB Dental37
45Grace Dental Clinic PA37
46Joobbani Dental Designs of Columbia37
47TLC Dental Care37
48AllClear Dentistry of Columbia with Dr. James Cleary, DDS37
49C&R Dental Care37
50Smile Savers Dentistry33
51ClearChoice Dental Implant Center33
52Dr. Rajendra Desai, D.D.S33
53Columbia 100 Dental33
54Columbia Smiles Family Dentistry33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Columbia

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 Columbia's 54 clinics offering root canals has an endodontist on staff. See endodontists in Columbia

How much does a root canal cost in Columbia?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Columbia?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Front tooth (anterior)$840–$1,250DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—
Premolar (bicuspid)$960–$1,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—
Molar$1,200–$1,700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—
Retreatment of a previous root canal$1,300–$2,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland—

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

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 Columbia root canal dentists

We scored 54 Columbia clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 21 were excluded (21 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 Columbia 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 Columbia: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Columbia?

Columbia Advanced Dental Studio ranks #1 of 54 Columbia clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Columbia Dental Excellence 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 Columbia, MD?

A root canal in Columbia typically costs $840–$1,680 USD. By type: front tooth (anterior) $840–$1,250; premolar (bicuspid) $960–$1,450; molar $1,200–$1,700. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Columbia do root canals?

Yes. 53 of the 54 Columbia 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 Maryland?

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 Columbia root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

9 of 54 Columbia clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Dobbin Dental Suite, Long Reach Village Dental Center and Columbia Center for Implants & Periodontics. 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 Columbia?

54 Columbia clinics list root canals in our data. 1 of them lists an endodontist on staff. They include Dentistry for Children Maryland - Columbia. 9 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Columbia

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 65 clinics.
  2. : 21 duplicate listings merged.

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