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Best Root Canal Dentists in East St Louis, IL (2026)

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    Best overall for root canals: Christopher Johnson, MD, ranked #1 of 18 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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18 East St Louis clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays and 1 opens 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 East St Louis at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in East St Louis at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Christopher Johnson, MD67
2Dr. Brett Irvin, DDS67
3Dr. Gerard X. Blaise, DDS67
4Dr. Heather Surratt, DDS67
5Dr. Stephen Schultz, DDS67
6Dr. Vandana Gupta, DDS67
7Fairchild Dental Lab67
8Rawson Kenneth G DDS67
9Stoeckel Daniel C DDS67
10State Street Center63

The 18 best root canal dentists in East St Louis, 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.

  12. #12 Cahokia Health Center

    818 Upper Cahokia Rd, East St Louis, IL 62206

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for root canals in East St Louis 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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cahokia Health CenterFull profile(618) 337-2597

  14. #14 SIHF Healthcare - East St. Louis - 8th Street

    100 N 8th St #120, East St Louis, IL 62201

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for root canals in East St Louis 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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at SIHF Healthcare - East St. Louis - 8th StreetFull profile(618) 274-9105

  15. #15 SIUE East Saint Louis Center

    601 James R. Thompson Blvd Building A, East St Louis, IL 62201

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for root canals in East St Louis 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–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at SIUE East Saint Louis CenterFull profile(618) 482-6900

  16. #16 East St Louis Eye Center

    601 James R. Thompson Blvd Building D, Suite 2030, East St Louis, IL 62201

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for root canals in East St Louis 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 closed · Tue–Thu 8:30 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at East St Louis Eye CenterFull profile(618) 274-0169

  17. #17 East Side Health District

    638 N 20th St, East St Louis, IL 62205

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for root canals in East St Louis 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–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at East Side Health DistrictFull profile(618) 271-8722

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Emergency and weekend dentists in East St Louis

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 East St Louis's 18 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in East St Louis

How much does a root canal cost in East St Louis?

Typical ranges in USD for East St Louis, IL. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does a root canal cost in East St Louis?
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 East St Louis

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 East St Louis root canal dentists

We scored 18 East St Louis clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 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 East St Louis 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 East St Louis: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in East St Louis?

Christopher Johnson, MD ranks #1 of 18 East St Louis clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Brett Irvin, 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 East St Louis, IL?

A root canal in East St Louis 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 East St Louis do root canals?

Yes. None of the 18 East St Louis 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 East St Louis root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 18 East St Louis clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including State Street Center and Familia 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 East St Louis?

18 East St Louis clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for East St Louis

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 20 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.

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