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Best Root Canal Dentists in Glen Ellyn, IL (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Borello John S DDS, ranked #1 of 37 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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37 Glen Ellyn clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 7 open Saturdays and 11 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 Glen Ellyn at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Glen Ellyn at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Borello John S DDS73
2Niki J. Douros, D.M.D.73
3Robert F Brandys, DDS, MSD, LTD73
4Charise Petrelli67
5Daniel Deleon67
6Daniel J De Leon Ltd67
7David Zaremba67
8Dr. Kelly Kirtland67
9Dr. Ralph Mcdonald67
10Dr. Sharon Szeszycki67

The 37 best root canal dentists in Glen Ellyn, 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.

  20. #20 Dr. Colleen M. Scheive, DMD

    467 Roosevelt Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for root canals in Glen Ellyn: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Colleen M. Scheive, DMDFull profile(630) 469-5364
    In their words

    All smiles! At Scheive Family Dental Care, we are truly passionate about healthy teeth and mouths, and about making our patients comfortable. We strive to provide excellence in every way, while exhibiting a factor of fun as well. We work around your schedule and love to see the whole family.

    From Dr. Colleen M. Scheive, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Dental Care of Glen Ellyn Family, Cosmetic, Implants

    505 Crescent Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for root canals in Glen Ellyn: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dental Care of Glen Ellyn Family, Cosmetic, ImplantsFull profile(630) 474-0164
    In their words

    Comprehensive Dental Care and Advanced Treatments From Your Glen Ellyn Dentist General, Cosmetic, and Implant Dentistry Services. Dr. Brian Shin and our team work hard to provide patients with a high level of care in our modern and inviting practice. We offer a full range of general, cosmetic, and implant dentistry services to help our patients achieve all of their oral health goals. Our flexible payment options and affordable fees make it easy for patients to get the dental…

    From Dental Care of Glen Ellyn Family, Cosmetic, Implants's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 John T Zaffer DDS

    526 Crescent Blvd #224, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for root canals in Glen Ellyn: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–3 PM · Wed 8 AM–3 PM · Thu 12 PM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at John T Zaffer DDSFull profile(630) 469-1006
    In their words

    Achieve optimal dental health while maintaining your beaming smile with the help of our dentist. Dr. Zaffer has owned and operated this practice for twenty-five years in Downtown Glen Ellyn. We provide personalized dental care to make your visit a positive experience. Choose our dental office for superior dental services your family deserves. Contact us today by phone or through the contact form to book an appointment.

    From John T Zaffer DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Always Great Smiles

    586 Duane St UNIT 301, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for root canals in Glen Ellyn: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8:10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Always Great SmilesFull profile(630) 469-0296

  25. #25 DeLeon Family Dental

    542 Duane St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for root canals in Glen Ellyn: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–4 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat 7 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at DeLeon Family DentalFull profile(630) 469-9515

All 37 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #37, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Smile Glen Ellyn47Evenings
27Glen Ellyn Smiles47Evenings
28College of DuPage, Dental Hygiene Clinic43Evenings
29Kipper Donald G DDS43Evenings
30DentalWorks Glen Ellyn43Evenings
31Nicholas Loree S DDS43Evenings
32Tyron Hill DDS43Evenings
33A Beautiful Smile37
34Glen Ellyn Implant and Oral Surgery Center37
35Wardell Orthodontics37
36Glen Ellyn Dentistry37
37Toth Christina DDS33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Glen Ellyn

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 Glen Ellyn's 37 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in Glen Ellyn

How much does a root canal cost in Glen Ellyn?

Typical ranges in USD for Glen Ellyn, IL. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does a root canal cost in Glen Ellyn?
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 Glen Ellyn

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 Glen Ellyn root canal dentists

We scored 37 Glen Ellyn clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Glen Ellyn 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 Glen Ellyn: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Glen Ellyn?

Borello John S DDS ranks #1 of 37 Glen Ellyn clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Niki J. Douros, D.M.D. 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 Glen Ellyn, IL?

A root canal in Glen Ellyn 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 Glen Ellyn do root canals?

Yes. None of the 37 Glen Ellyn 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 Glen Ellyn root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

7 of 37 Glen Ellyn clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Baker Hill Dental, Dr. Colleen M. Scheive, DMD and Dental Care of Glen Ellyn Family, Cosmetic, Implants. 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 Glen Ellyn?

37 Glen Ellyn clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 7 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Glen Ellyn

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 38 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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