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Best Root Canal Dentists in Hays, KS (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Hays Medical Center, ranked #1 of 25 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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25 Hays clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 2 open 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 Hays at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Hays at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Hays Medical Center82Yes
2HaysMed Medical Specialists73—
3HaysMed Convenient Care Clinic67—
4Dental Arts Center67—
5Dentists-Orthodontist-Straight67—
6Desbien Sheila67—
7Dr. Alex De Carvalho67—
8Dr. Darrell D. Werth, MD67—
9Dr. Lynn W. Kinderknecht, DDS67—
10Dr. Melinda Miner67—

The 25 best root canal dentists in Hays, 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. Ranked #1 for root canal in Hays

    #1 Hays Medical Center

    2220 Canterbury Dr, Hays, KS 67601, United States

    82/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for root canals in Hays: emergency visits and evening hours.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Hays Medical CenterFull profile(785) 623-5000
    In their words

    Hays Medical Center is a private, not-for-profit hospital formed by the 1991 merger of two religiously affiliated facilities, and provides the only tertiary level services in the region. The organization’s mission to “To Help People Be Healthy. HaysMed is part of The University of Kansas Health System.

    From Hays Medical Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 HaysMed Convenient Care Clinic

    3216 Vine St #20, Hays, KS 67601

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for root canals in Hays: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–4:30 PM · Sun 11 AM–4 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at HaysMed Convenient Care ClinicFull profile(785) 261-7065

  20. #20 Daniel I. Miner, DDS Family Dental Care

    4800 General Hays Rd, Hays, KS 67601

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for root canals in Hays 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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Daniel I. Miner, DDS Family Dental CareFull profile(785) 621-4997

  22. #22 Lifetime Dental Care

    2701 Sternberg Dr, Hays, KS 67601

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for root canals in Hays 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–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lifetime Dental CareFull profile(785) 543-0047
    In their words

    Lifetime Dental Care provides comprehensive dentistry in Hays, Kansas, including cosmetic, implant, and general and family dentistry, orthodontics, periodontics, and sedation dentistry. Our skilled dentist uses the latest technologies, ensuring that each treatment we provide is tailored exactly to your needs. We offer our services to patients of all ages and our team is passionate about providing care to help you smile. Call today to schedule your appointment with Dr.…

    From Lifetime Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Canterbury Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

    2901 Canterbury Dr, Hays, KS 67601

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for root canals in Hays 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–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Canterbury Oral & Maxillofacial SurgeryFull profile(785) 628-1079
    In their words

    Canterbury Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Provides Endodontics, General Dental Practice, Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Orthodontics, Oral And Maxillofacial Surgeons, Chronic Sore Throat or Hoarseness, Avulsed Teeth, Fractured Facial Bones, Fractured Jaws Services to the Hays, KS Area.

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

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Hays

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 Hays's 25 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in Hays

How much does a root canal cost in Hays?

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

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

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

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 Hays root canal dentists

We scored 25 Hays 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 Hays 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 Hays: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Hays?

Hays Medical Center ranks #1 of 25 Hays clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. HaysMed Medical Specialists 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 Hays, KS?

A root canal in Hays 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 Kansas. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Hays do root canals?

Yes. None of the 25 Hays 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 Hays clinics offer same-day root canals?

1 of 25 Hays clinics offering root canals lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Hays Medical Center. 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 Kansas?

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 Hays root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 25 Hays clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Hays Medical Center and HaysMed Convenient Care Clinic. 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 Hays?

25 Hays 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 Hays

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 26 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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