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Best overall for root canals: Robert J Kelly DDS & Associates, ranked #1 of 4 by service score; an endodontist on staff, 4.9★ from 1,077 Google reviews, Saturday hours.
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4 Kensington clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an endodontist and 2 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.
| Rank | Clinic | Service score | Specialist on staff | Rating (reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Robert J Kelly DDS & Associates | 76 | Yes (endodontist) | 4.9★ (1,077) |
| 2 | Kensington Dental Designs | 47 | — | — |
| 3 | Rouchon Dental | 37 | — | — |
| 4 | Alpine Dental & Denture Center | 37 | — | — |
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.
Ranked #1 for root canal in Kensington
10339 Kensington Pkwy, Kensington, MD 20895
Ranked #1 for root canals in Kensington: an endodontist on staff; 4.9★ from 1,077 Google reviews.
10400 Connecticut Ave #506, Kensington, MD 20895
Ranked #2 for root canals in Kensington: Saturday hours.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
In a relaxed atmosphere, with friendly staff, Dr. Jay Yi offers his considerable training, experience, and patience in modern, state-of-the-art offices. He has been called a Top-Rated Dentist For Quality twice by the Washington Consumers' Checkbook Magazine and has been honored with two fellowship awards given by two of the largest national dental organizations for his demonstration of clinical knowledge and experience: The International Congress of Oral Implantologists and…
From Kensington Dental Designs's own description. Not part of the ranking.3930 Knowles Ave Suite 302, Kensington, MD 20895
Ranked #3 for root canals in Kensington on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
The relationships we build in our office are based on trust and respect. Our skills as dental professionals allow us to provide treatment in a comfortable environment where the whole family can have their needs met. We are Rouchon Dental, welcome to our practice!
From Rouchon Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.10400 Connecticut Ave #203, Kensington, MD 20895, United States
Ranked #4 for root canals in Kensington on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more
Alpine Dental & Denture Center provides dental care services to family members of all ages in Kensington, MD. With our onsite denture lab and experienced dental staff, we can fix any oral issue. We provide cleaning and exams, restorations, dentures, oral surgery, root canals, emergency care. Contact our office at (301) 933-7046 and request your appointment today.
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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.
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.
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.
1 of Kensington's 4 clinics offering root canals has an endodontist on staff. See endodontists in Kensington
Typical ranges in USD for Kensington, MD. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.
| Type | Typical range (USD) | Basis | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front tooth (anterior) | $840–$1,250 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland | — |
| Premolar (bicuspid) | $960–$1,450 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland | — |
| Molar | $1,200–$1,700 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland | — |
| Retreatment of a previous root canal | $1,300–$2,000 | DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Maryland | — |
Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full root canal cost guide for Kensington
Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.
| Fact | Typically |
|---|---|
| Typical visits | 1–2 visits, plus a later visit for a crown on most back teeth |
| Chair time | About 60–90 minutes per visit |
| Recovery | Most patients return to normal activity the next day; tenderness for a few days is common |
| When to see a specialist | Molars, retreatment of an earlier root canal, calcified or curved canals, or when your dentist refers you |
We scored 4 Kensington clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 duplicate listings). 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Kensington data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 45% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | log10(review count) against the city maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews in the last 12 months | Measured |
| Access | 15% | Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patients | Measured |
| Services | 10% | Services offered out of 17 | Measured |
| Profile completeness | 5% | Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photos | Measured |