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Best Root Canal Dentists in Festus, MO (2026)

3 clinics offering root canals, rankedUpdated 3 endodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Dr. David Hatch - Advanced Endodontics (Root Canal Specialists), ranked #1 of 3 by service score; an endodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 187 Google reviews, 5 of 20 collected reviews mention root canals.

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    Best specialist (endodontist): Endodontic Associates, an endodontist on staff, 4.4★ from 28 Google reviews, 4 of 20 collected reviews mention root canals.

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3 Festus clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 3 list an endodontist.

Top 3 root canal dentists in Festus at a glance

Top 3 root canal dentists in Festus at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning root canal
1Dr. David Hatch - Advanced Endodontics (Root Canal Specialists)74Yes (endodontist)4.9★ (187)5
2Endodontic Associates68Yes (endodontist)4.4★ (28)4
3Aspen Dental - Festus, MO65Yes (endodontist)4.0★ (591)—

The 3 best root canal dentists in Festus, 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.

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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.

3 of Festus's 3 clinics offering root canals have an endodontist on staff. See endodontists in Festus

How much does a root canal cost in Festus?

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

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

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

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 Festus root canal dentists

We scored 3 Festus clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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.

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DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Festus 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 Festus: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Festus?

Dr. David Hatch - Advanced Endodontics (Root Canal Specialists) ranks #1 of 3 Festus clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has an endodontist on staff and 4.9★ from 187 Google reviews. Endodontic Associates ranks #2 (an endodontist on staff). 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 Festus, MO?

A root canal in Festus 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 Missouri. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Festus do root canals?

All 3 Festus clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff, though general dentists there may also provide treatment. 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 Missouri?

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.

How many dentists offer root canals in Festus?

3 Festus clinics list root canals in our data. 3 of them list an endodontist on staff. They include Dr. David Hatch - Advanced Endodontics (Root Canal Specialists) and Endodontic Associates. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Festus

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 24 clinics.