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Best Root Canal Dentists in Columbus, NE (2026)

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

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    Best overall for root canals: Optometric Center Of Columbus PC, ranked #1 of 30 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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30 Columbus clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 3 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 Columbus at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Columbus at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Optometric Center Of Columbus PC73
2Barbec Pam67
3Central Nebraska Community Services67
4Dr. Andrew Stadler67
5Dr. David D. Walline, DDS67
6Dr. Joseph A. Quattrocchi, DDS67
7Dr. Mark Griffiths67
8Dr. Rex D. Kumpf, DDS67
9Dr. Riel E. Whitney, DDS67
10Dr. Steven Wiemer67

The 30 best root canal dentists in Columbus, 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.

  19. #19 Columbus Family Practice Associates

    4214 38th St, Columbus, NE 68601, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–6 PM · Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Columbus Family Practice AssociatesFull profile(402) 564-1338

  21. #21 East Central District Health Department

    4321 41st Ave, Columbus, NE 68601

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for root canals in Columbus: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at East Central District Health DepartmentFull profile(402) 563-9656

  22. #22 Good Neighbor Community Health Center

    4321 41st Ave, Columbus, NE 68601, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for root canals in Columbus: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Good Neighbor Community Health CenterFull profile(402) 562-7500

  24. #24 Columbus Family Dental

    2277 22nd Ave, Columbus, NE 68601

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for root canals in Columbus 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–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Columbus Family DentalFull profile(402) 563-3631

  25. #25 Michael B. Burwell D.D.S.

    2277 22nd Ave, Columbus, NE 68601

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for root canals in Columbus 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–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Michael B. Burwell D.D.S.Full profile(402) 563-3631

All 30 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #30, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Brandon Mizner, DDS37
27Dental Innovations of Columbus37
28Family First Dental - Columbus37
29Michelle Bargen, DDS37
30Nebraska Oral & Facial Surgery33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Columbus

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 Columbus's 30 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in Columbus

How much does a root canal cost in Columbus?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Columbus?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Front tooth (anterior)$700–$1,050DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nebraska—
Premolar (bicuspid)$800–$1,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nebraska—
Molar$1,000–$1,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nebraska—
Retreatment of a previous root canal$1,100–$1,700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nebraska—

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

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 Columbus root canal dentists

We scored 30 Columbus clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 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 Columbus 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 Columbus: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Columbus?

Optometric Center Of Columbus PC ranks #1 of 30 Columbus clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Barbec Pam 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 Columbus, NE?

A root canal in Columbus typically costs $700–$1,400 USD. By type: front tooth (anterior) $700–$1,050; premolar (bicuspid) $800–$1,200; molar $1,000–$1,400. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Nebraska. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Columbus do root canals?

Yes. None of the 30 Columbus 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 Nebraska?

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 Columbus root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 30 Columbus clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Menards, Columbus Family Practice Associates and Mitchell J. Henry, DDS MD. 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 Columbus?

30 Columbus clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Columbus

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 30 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.

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