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Best Root Canal Dentists in Hilo, HI (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Kino'ole Dental, ranked #1 of 24 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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24 Hilo clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 6 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 Hilo at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Hilo at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Kino'ole Dental78Yes
2Keiki Dental Specialists73—
3Big Isle Smile Inc67—
4Chad T. Okuda, DDS67—
5Dennis Sagawa67—
6Dentist67—
7Dr. Andrew Choy67—
8Dr. Terry Nguyen67—
9Hayakawa William G DDS67—
10Koa Yamashita67—

The 24 best root canal dentists in Hilo, 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.

  13. #13 Hawaii Family Dental - Prince Kuhio Plaza

    111 E Puainako St #320, Hilo, HI 96720

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for root canals in Hilo: Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Hawaii Family Dental - Prince Kuhio PlazaFull profile(808) 443-5214
    In their words

    Hilo's brand new, state-of-the-art office in Hilo is in Prince Kuhio Plaza, next to PetCo. Our Hilo dentists will accept most dental insurances, see patients of all ages, and have new patient appointments available within 48 hours. With emergency dental care, general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, and orthodontics, our office is ready to provide for all of your dental needs.

    From Hawaii Family Dental - Prince Kuhio Plaza's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  14. #14 Hawaii Family Dental - Waiakea Villas

    400 Hualani St Bldg. 9 #192, Hilo, HI 96720

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for root canals in Hilo: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–8:30 PM · Wed–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Hawaii Family Dental - Waiakea VillasFull profile(808) 443-5204
    In their words

    Looking for a gentle Hilo dentist with staff that will maximize your dental benefits? You've found them. We've been designated "Best Dentists in Hawaii" by Honolulu Magazine five times more than other other dental office in Hilo. We accept most insurances, have same-day emergency dental appointments, and Pediatric Dentist Dr. Peter Lee see kids. No insurance? No problem! We have a discount dental plan with savings of up to 60% on most dental procedures. Give us a call or…

    From Hawaii Family Dental - Waiakea Villas's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  16. #16 Kawili Dental Group

    50 W Kawili St #200, Hilo, HI 96720

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for root canals in Hilo: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Kawili Dental GroupFull profile(808) 935-0030

  19. #19 Premier Dental Group HI

    224 Haili St, Hilo, HI 96720, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for root canals in Hilo 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–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–12 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Premier Dental Group HIFull profile(808) 935-3724

  20. #20 Wayne S. H. Leong, DDS - Family Dentistry,

    82 Pu'uhonu Place STE 201, Hilo, HI 96720, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for root canals in Hilo 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 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Wayne S. H. Leong, DDS - Family Dentistry,Full profile(808) 935-3552

  22. #22 Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center, Hilo Family Dental

    1257 Kilauea Ave #100, Hilo, HI 96720

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for root canals in Hilo 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 7 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center, Hilo Family DentalFull profile(808) 333-3600

  24. #24 Mark K Koizumi Inc

    275 Ponahawai St STE 103, Hilo, HI 96720, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for root canals in Hilo 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–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Mark K Koizumi IncFull profile(808) 935-1149

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Hilo

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 Hilo's 24 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in Hilo

How much does a root canal cost in Hilo?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Hilo?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Front tooth (anterior)$1,050–$1,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Hawaii—
Premolar (bicuspid)$1,200–$1,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Hawaii—
Molar$1,500–$2,100DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Hawaii—
Retreatment of a previous root canal$1,650–$2,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Hawaii—

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

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 Hilo root canal dentists

We scored 24 Hilo clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Hilo 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 Hilo: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Hilo?

Kino'ole Dental ranks #1 of 24 Hilo clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Keiki Dental 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 Hilo, HI?

A root canal in Hilo typically costs $1,050–$2,100 USD. By type: front tooth (anterior) $1,050–$1,600; premolar (bicuspid) $1,200–$1,800; molar $1,500–$2,100. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Hawaii. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Hilo do root canals?

Yes. None of the 24 Hilo 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 Hilo clinics offer same-day root canals?

1 of 24 Hilo clinics offering root canals lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Kino'ole Dental. 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 Hawaii?

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 Hilo root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

6 of 24 Hilo clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Kino'ole Dental, Hawaii Family Dental - Prince Kuhio Plaza and Hawaii Family Dental - Waiakea Villas. 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 Hilo?

24 Hilo clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 6 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Hilo

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 24 clinics.

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