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Best Root Canal Dentists in Dubuque, IA (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Moore Sherri, ranked #1 of 43 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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43 Dubuque clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 1 opens Saturdays. 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 Dubuque at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Dubuque at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Moore Sherri78Yes
2Dr. David Bierie73—
3Anna Miller67—
4Dr. Alexia Oetken67—
5Dr. Brett N. Kilburg, DDS67—
6Dr. James Walgren67—
7Dr. Layton Fritsch67—
8Dr. Robert Alt, Dubuque Oral Surgery67—
9DR. WILLIAM MCBRIDE67—
10F Roger Murray PC67—

The 43 best root canal dentists in Dubuque, 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.

  11. #11 Great River Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

    100 Bryant St, Dubuque, IA 52003, United States

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for root canals in Dubuque 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 Great River Oral & Maxillofacial SurgeryFull profile(563) 557-1440
    In their words

    At Great River Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery we take pride in our expertise, staying current with the latest procedures and techniques through continuing education. We offer flexible scheduling for your convenience. We proudly serve patients at our Iowa practices in Dubuque, Clinton, Manchester, and in Platteville, Wisconsin.

    From Great River Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Abbadent Dental and Implants: Rauen Aaron DDS

    3430 Dodge St #21, Dubuque, IA 52003, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for root canals in Dubuque 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 7:30 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Abbadent Dental and Implants: Rauen Aaron DDSFull profile(563) 259-5181

  23. #23 Abbadent Dental and Implants

    3430 Dodge St #21, Dubuque, IA 52003

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for root canals in Dubuque 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 7:40 AM–5:20 PM · Wed–Thu 7:40 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Abbadent Dental and ImplantsFull profile(563) 556-8388
    In their words

    Abbadent Dental and Implants is a family and cosmetic dental center. Abbadent Dental and Implants has 5 dentists and 6 hygienists to make scheduling your whole family as easy as possible. We offer a variety of services including: Crowns, Dentures, Dental Implants, Braces and even Botox. We Accept Care Credit

    From Abbadent Dental and Implants's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Dubuque Pediatric Dentistry

    1645 John F Kennedy Rd, Dubuque, IA 52002

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for root canals in Dubuque 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

    Book appointment at Dubuque Pediatric DentistryFull profile(563) 556-6383

  25. #25 Langworthy Dental Group

    989 Langworthy St, Dubuque, IA 52001

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for root canals in Dubuque 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 7:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–2 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Langworthy Dental GroupFull profile(563) 583-2681
    In their words

    Looking for a dentist in Dubuque, Iowa? We are a family dental practice offering general, cosmetic, and children's dentistry. Our Dubuque dentists accept most insurances and welcome patients from Galena, Peosta, Hazel Green, Cuba City, Bellevue and beyond! Call us today to see how we can help serve you.

    From Langworthy Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 43 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #43, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Wertz & Schemmel Dental Associates37
27Briggs Family Dentistry37
28Dr. Meghan Schultz, DDS37
29Morarend Periodontics and Implant Dentistry37
30Riverview Family Dentistry37
31Exceptional Dentistry of the Tri-State Region37
32Bierie Dental37
33Ryan Oetken Family Dentistry37
34Windsor Hills Family Dentistry: Christian Strohmeyer DDS37
35Zuccaro Joseph A DDS33
36Aspen Dental33
37Dr. Lindsey K. May, DDS33
38Nemmers James J DDS33
39Tony Kalb Dental33
40Joseph P. Wertz, DDS33
41Midwest Dental33
42Kane Family Dentistry33
43Peckosh Pediatric Dentistry33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Dubuque

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.

  • Moore Sherri#1

    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    Emergency care · Evenings · Saturday · Sunday

    Call (563) 556-4234

  • Aspen Dental#21

    Mon–Tue 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 10 AM–7 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    Evenings

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 Dubuque's 43 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in Dubuque

How much does a root canal cost in Dubuque?

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

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

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

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 Dubuque root canal dentists

We scored 43 Dubuque clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Dubuque 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 Dubuque: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Dubuque?

Moore Sherri ranks #1 of 43 Dubuque clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Dr. David Bierie 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 Dubuque, IA?

A root canal in Dubuque 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 Iowa. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Dubuque do root canals?

Yes. None of the 43 Dubuque 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.

Which Dubuque clinics offer same-day root canals?

1 of 43 Dubuque clinics offering root canals lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Moore Sherri. Same-day treatment depends on the diagnosis and the schedule, so call ahead to confirm before you go.

Is a root canal covered by insurance or Medicaid in Iowa?

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 Dubuque root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 43 Dubuque clinics offering root canals lists Saturday hours, including Moore Sherri. 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 Dubuque?

43 Dubuque clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Dubuque

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 46 clinics.

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