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Best Root Canal Dentists in Greensboro, NC (2026)

61 clinics offering root canals, rankedUpdated 5 endodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Dr. Elizabeth A. Applebaum, DMD- Endodontics of the Triad, ranked #1 of 61 by service score; an endodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 36 Google reviews, 7 of 20 collected reviews mention root canals.

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    Best specialist (endodontist): Piedmont Endodontics, an endodontist on staff, 4.6★ from 120 Google reviews, 11 of 20 collected reviews mention root canals.

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61 Greensboro clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 5 list an endodontist and 4 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them.

Top 10 root canal dentists in Greensboro at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Greensboro at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning root canal
1Dr. Elizabeth A. Applebaum, DMD- Endodontics of the Triad75Yes (endodontist)4.9★ (36)7
2Piedmont Endodontics75Yes (endodontist)4.6★ (120)11
3Prenard R. Mickens, DDS74Yes (endodontist)4.5★ (107)10
4Haw River Dental73Yes (endodontist)4.8★ (1,136)—
5Adams Farm Dental73———
6Greensboro Dental Associates73———
7Urgent Tooth73———
8Vivid Dental Greensboro (Formerly Triad Smile Center)73———
9Access Dental Care67———
10Chou Stephen DDS67———

The 61 best root canal dentists in Greensboro, 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.

  1. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for root canals in Greensboro 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

    In their words

    We are a dentist office in Greensboro, NC. Our team is dedicated to the highest quality care with the most advanced technology, bringing you the best dental experience. Vivid Dental ensures that every member of our team is committed to and passionate about outstanding dental care. This means that we will go the extra mile for each of our patients, guaranteeing individualized treatment plans, comfortable experiences, and advanced service and technology offerings that will…

    From Vivid Dental Greensboro (Formerly Triad Smile Center)'s own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. 67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for root canals in Greensboro 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

    In their words

    Are you looking for a dentist in the Greensboro, NC area? Come to Tammy D. Lee, DDS! Dr. Lee and her experienced staff have been enhancing smiles in the triad area for over 20 years. Our goal is to provide the highest standard of care for our patients in a comfortable environment. It is important to us to create lasting relationships with our patients by establishing trust and open communication. Beyond dental cleanings and exams, we offer dentistry for kids, dentures,…

    From Tammy D. Lee, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #20 Urgent Dentistry Care Now.

    1730 Battleground Ave, Greensboro, NC 27408, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–10 PM · Fri 6 AM–10 PM · Sat 7 AM–10 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #21 Dental Care of Greensboro

    2733 Horse Pen Creek Rd STE 107, Greensboro, NC 27410, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #22 Dentistry Revolution

    1591 Yanceyville St Suite 200B, Greensboro, NC 27405, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 7:30 AM–4 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dentistry Revolution is a team of caring, experienced dental professionals who use only the most advanced technologies, materials & procedures & whose primary focus is on comfortable, health-centered dentistry. At our community-focused practice, your comfort & satisfaction come first. We look forward to meeting you soon & developing a relationship with you to build the bridge toward long-term trust & successful dental care. We are located on Yanceyville Street, just north of…

    From Dentistry Revolution's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #23 Carolina Smiles

    3818 N Elm St Ste A, Greensboro, NC 27455

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for root canals in Greensboro: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Carolina Smiles offers the highest standard of dentistry to our patients. If you’re in need of a family dentist in Greensboro or Lake Jeanette, you can be confident that no other dental office offers more comprehensive and compassionate dental care than Carolina Smiles.

    From Carolina Smiles's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #24 Night & Day Dental

    532 N Elam Ave B, Greensboro, NC 27403, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for root canals in Greensboro: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu 9 PM–12 AM · Fri 12 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Night & Day Dental in Greensboro, where we make it easy for you and your family to get the dental care you need at a time that's convenient for you. We're open Wednesday through Friday. Our 10 locations provide safe, state-of-the-art, dental treatments for families in North Carolina. We have a large team of experienced dentists, hygienists, and support professionals, as well as an in-house lab for onsite fabrication and repairs. Come meet our family-friendly…

    From Night & Day Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #25 Next Door Dental

    2729 Horse Pen Creek Rd Suite 103, Greensboro, NC 27410, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for root canals in Greensboro 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 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Greensboro

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.

5 of Greensboro's 61 clinics offering root canals have an endodontist on staff. See endodontists in Greensboro

How much does a root canal cost in Greensboro?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Greensboro?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Front tooth (anterior)$720–$1,050DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Premolar (bicuspid)$810–$1,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Molar$1,000–$1,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—
Retreatment of a previous root canal$1,100–$1,700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina—

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

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 Greensboro root canal dentists

We scored 61 Greensboro 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

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

Who is the best root canal dentist in Greensboro?

Dr. Elizabeth A. Applebaum, DMD- Endodontics of the Triad ranks #1 of 61 Greensboro clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has an endodontist on staff and 4.9★ from 36 Google reviews. Piedmont Endodontics 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 Greensboro, NC?

A root canal in Greensboro typically costs $714–$1,428 USD. By type: front tooth (anterior) $720–$1,050; premolar (bicuspid) $810–$1,200; molar $1,000–$1,400. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for North Carolina. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Greensboro do root canals?

Yes. 56 of the 61 Greensboro clinics offering root canals do not list an endodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 5 list an endodontist on staff. 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 North Carolina?

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 Greensboro root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

4 of 61 Greensboro clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Urgent Dentistry Care Now., Dental Care of Greensboro and Dentistry Revolution. 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 Greensboro?

61 Greensboro clinics list root canals in our data. 5 of them list an endodontist on staff. They include Dr. Elizabeth A. Applebaum, DMD- Endodontics of the Triad and Piedmont Endodontics. 4 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 5 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Greensboro

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 182 clinics.