Best Root Canal Dentists in Knoxville, TN (2026)

86 clinics offering root canals, rankedUpdated October 21, 20266 endodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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Best overall for root canals: Aspen Dental, ranked #1 of 86 by service score; an endodontist on staff, 4.3★ from 909 Google reviews, 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions root canals.
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Best specialist (endodontist): Dr. Smita Borole, an endodontist on staff.

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86 Knoxville clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 6 list an endodontist and 5 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 52 of them.

Top 10 root canal dentists in Knoxville at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Knoxville at a glance
Rank	Clinic	Service score	Specialist on staff	Rating (reviews)	Reviews mentioning root canal
1	Aspen Dental	84	Yes (endodontist)	4.3★ (909)	1
2	Dr. Smita Borole	83	Yes (endodontist)	—	—
3	Aspen Dental	79	Yes (endodontist)	4.3★ (987)	—
4	Aspen Dental	76	Yes (endodontist)	4.1★ (1,129)	—
5	Knoxville Cosmetic Dentistry - Dr Harold S. Silber & Dr. David Howe	76	Yes (endodontist)	4.9★ (286)	—
6	Cornerstone Dental Arts	75	—	4.9★ (865)	—
7	Dental Images	75	—	5.0★ (905)	1
8	DentureCare, LLC	73	—	—	—
9	Emergency Dentist Knoxville TN	73	—	—	—
10	Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center Teeth Team	73	—	—	—

The 86 best root canal dentists in Knoxville, 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.

Ranked #1 for root canal in Knoxville
#1 Aspen Dental
7560 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920, United States
84/100
Ranked #1 for root canals in Knoxville: an endodontist on staff; 4.3★ from 909 Google reviews.
- 4.3from 909 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Wed 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Aspen Dental Full profile (865) 282-2978
In their words
Aspen Dental in Knoxville,TN offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care…
From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#2 Dr. Smita Borole
11340 Parkside Dr Unit 2110, Knoxville, TN 37934, United States
83/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #2 for root canals in Knoxville: an endodontist on staff.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Dr. Smita Borole Full profile (800) 487-4867
#3 Aspen Dental
2964 Miller Pl Way, Knoxville, TN 37924
79/100
Ranked #3 for root canals in Knoxville: an endodontist on staff; 4.3★ from 987 Google reviews.
- 4.3from 987 Google reviews
Hours
Mon 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Aspen Dental Full profile (865) 282-4783
In their words
Aspen Dental in Knoxville,TN offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care…
From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#4 Aspen Dental
7731 Kingston Pike Ste 102, Knoxville, TN 37919, United States
76/100
Ranked #4 for root canals in Knoxville: an endodontist on staff; 4.1★ from 1,129 Google reviews.
- 4.1from 1,129 Google reviews
Hours
Mon 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Aspen Dental Full profile (865) 525-4422
In their words
Aspen Dental in Knoxville,TN offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care…
From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#5 Knoxville Cosmetic Dentistry - Dr Harold S. Silber & Dr. David Howe
10642 Deerbrook Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922
76/100
Ranked #5 for root canals in Knoxville: an endodontist on staff; 4.9★ from 286 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 286 Google reviews
Hours
Mon 8 AM–5:30 PM · Tue–Wed 7 AM–4:45 PM · Thu 7 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Knoxville Cosmetic Dentistry - Dr Harold S. Silber & Dr. David Howe Full profile (865) 966-4035
#6 Cornerstone Dental Arts
8912 Town and Country Cir, Knoxville, TN 37923, United States
75/100
Ranked #6 for root canals in Knoxville: 4.9★ from 865 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 865 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Cornerstone Dental Arts Full profile (865) 531-7117
In their words
Knoxville families love Cornerstone Dental Arts because they know that they can have all of their dental needs completely met at one convenient location. We are proud to have a uniquely large team of doctors and staff where each member is dedicated to providing the kind of personalized, gentle dental care that can truly make a difference in a patient's life. When it comes to taking care of you and your family's smiles, you can trust that we'll always have everything you need.
From Cornerstone Dental Arts's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#7 Dental Images
1715 Downtown W Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37919, United States
75/100
Ranked #7 for root canals in Knoxville: 5.0★ from 905 Google reviews; 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions root canals.
- 5.0from 905 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Dental Images Full profile (865) 531-1715
#8 DentureCare, LLC
200 Fort Sanders W Blvd STE 105, Knoxville, TN 37922, United States
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #8 for root canals in Knoxville on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at DentureCare, LLC Full profile (865) 693-8879
#9 Emergency Dentist Knoxville TN
4912 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #9 for root canals in Knoxville on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Emergency Dentist Knoxville TN Full profile (859) 765-7300
#10 Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center Teeth Team
1901 Clinch Ave, Knoxville, TN 37916
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #10 for root canals in Knoxville on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center Teeth Team Full profile (865) 314-7044
#11 Molloy Dental Clinic
4620 Old Broadway, Knoxville, TN 37918
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #11 for root canals in Knoxville on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Molloy Dental Clinic Full profile (865) 688-4267
#12 O'Brien Chris DDS
111 Loudoun Rd, Knoxville, TN 37934
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #12 for root canals in Knoxville on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at O'Brien Chris DDS Full profile (865) 966-4011
#13 Professional Dental Services Pc
4614 Asheville Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37914, United States
73/10015% of factors measured
Ranked #13 for root canals in Knoxville on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.
Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Professional Dental Services Pc Full profile (865) 521-7777
#14 Dental Partners - Fountain City
2939 Essary Dr STE 2, Knoxville, TN 37918
73/100
Ranked #14 for root canals in Knoxville: 4.8★ from 712 Google reviews.
- 4.8from 712 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Dental Partners - Fountain City Full profile (865) 888-9083
In their words
At Dental Partners of Fountain City, we offer comprehensive care to patients of all ages. Andrew Patten, DDS, Gary Cooper, DDS and their experienced dental team are proud to have serve families in Fountain City, and the surrounding communities in Knoxville, TN.
From Dental Partners - Fountain City's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#15 Knoxville Dental Care: Bradley White DDS
1912 Pinnacle Pointe Way, Knoxville, TN 37922, United States
72/100
Ranked #15 for root canals in Knoxville: 5.0★ from 662 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 662 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–2:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Knoxville Dental Care: Bradley White DDS Full profile (865) 573-4593
In their words
Dr. Bradley White at Knoxville Dental Care is a gentle, caring dentist who uses the most advanced materials and procedures available. He practices comfortable, health-centered dentistry with a strong emphasis on getting to know each of his patients. In addition to his technical proficiency, Dr. White is a careful listener and will explain beforehand what treatment is best for your individual needs.
From Knoxville Dental Care: Bradley White DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#16 Dental Co. of Knoxville
11119 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934, United States
72/100
Ranked #16 for root canals in Knoxville: 4.9★ from 566 Google reviews; evening hours.
- 4.9from 566 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Wed 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Thu 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Dental Co. of Knoxville Full profile (865) 722-0239
#17 Farragut Dental Studio
11201 W Point Dr STE 101, Knoxville, TN 37934
71/100
Ranked #17 for root canals in Knoxville: 5.0★ from 329 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 329 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Farragut Dental Studio Full profile (865) 288-0416
#18 Knox Valley Dental
11840 Kingston Pike Suite A, Knoxville, TN 37934, United States
71/100
Ranked #18 for root canals in Knoxville: 4.9★ from 410 Google reviews; evening hours.
- 4.9from 410 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 10:30 AM–7 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Knox Valley Dental Full profile (865) 658-8803
In their words
WELCOME TO KNOX VALLEY DENTAL We believe in making your dental care safer, more convenient, more affordable and more enjoyable. From routine teeth cleanings to complex restorations, we offer comprehensive dental services for the entire family. We operate the highest levels of infection control within our practice to help keep both our patients and our colleagues safe.
From Knox Valley Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#19 Southeast Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center
130 Mabry Hood Rd Suite 105, Knoxville, TN 37922
71/100
Ranked #19 for root canals in Knoxville: 4.9★ from 1,170 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 1,170 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Southeast Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center Full profile (865) 693-4442
In their words
For decades, Southeast Oral Surgery & Implant Center has been providing the highest level of oral and maxillofacial surgery to East Tennessee. We are proud to service Knoxville, Maryville, Seymour, Powell and the surrounding communities. Here at Southeast Oral Surgery our board certified surgeons consistently remain ahead of the curve as they use the latest technology to ensure optimal results while continuing their education as dentistry evolves. At our practice, you’ll…
From Southeast Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#20 Knoxville Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
6207 Highland Pl Way Suite 207, Knoxville, TN 37919, United States
71/100
Ranked #20 for root canals in Knoxville: 4.9★ from 274 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 274 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Knoxville Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Full profile (865) 584-6207
#21 Halls Family Dentistry
3720 Cunningham Rd, Knoxville, TN 37918
70/100
Ranked #21 for root canals in Knoxville: 4.9★ from 646 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 646 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–2 PM · Fri–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Halls Family Dentistry Full profile (865) 922-7469
#22 Farragut Oral Surgery and Implant Center
11213 W Point Dr Suite A, Knoxville, TN 37934
70/100
Ranked #22 for root canals in Knoxville: 5.0★ from 391 Google reviews.
- 5.0from 391 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Farragut Oral Surgery and Implant Center Full profile (865) 675-0677
#23 New Life Dentistry: Dr. Christopher D. Lee, DMD
614 Mabry Hood Rd Suite 201, Knoxville, TN 37932, United States
70/100
Ranked #23 for root canals in Knoxville: 4.9★ from 357 Google reviews.
- 4.9from 357 Google reviews
Hours
Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at New Life Dentistry: Dr. Christopher D. Lee, DMD Full profile (865) 675-3773
In their words
General, Family, and Cosmetic Dental Office in West Knoxville. We see patients of all ages. Currently accepting new patients. We accept cash paying patients and well as most major insurances such as Dental Dental, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Humana, Aetna, Guardian, United, and many others. We are located in the Cedar Bluff area of West Knoxville. We provide all major dental services such as dental cleanings, fillings, restorations, extractions, crowns, bridges, Invisalign…
From New Life Dentistry: Dr. Christopher D. Lee, DMD's own description. Not part of the ranking.
#24 Dr. Dyron Holt
11119 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934
70/10085% of factors measured
Ranked #24 for root canals in Knoxville: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based on reputation, review volume, recency, services and profile completeness.
- 5.0from 4 Google reviews
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Dr. Dyron Holt Full profile (865) 722-0239
#25 Choto Family Dentistry
1624 Choto Markets Way, Knoxville, TN 37922
70/100
Ranked #25 for root canals in Knoxville: 4.8★ from 116 Google reviews; 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions root canals.
- 4.8from 116 Google reviews
Hours
Mon 7 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
General dentistry Cleaning Emergency care Root canal Extraction Wisdom teeth Implants Invisalign +9 more
Book appointment at Choto Family Dentistry Full profile (865) 409-5077
In their words
Our professional team of family dentists, implant dentists, and airway dentists is proud to serve patients in Knoxville, Tennesee, and the communities of Choto and Northshore, with outstanding dental care. We offer a wide range of services to ensure your family's oral health and dental needs. Effective, state-of-the-art care is our priority, but we think you'll really enjoy our friendly small-town approach. Our patients are our friends and neighbors, and we have a range of…
From Choto Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 86 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #86, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

Rank	Clinic	DR Score	Rating (reviews)	Evenings / weekends
26	Dr. Michael P. Madigan, DMD, PLLC	70	5.0★ (577)
27	Knoxville Pediatric Dentistry - Farragut	70	4.7★ (1,429)
28	Knox County Dental	70	4.9★ (446)
29	Dental Partners - South Knoxville	69	4.6★ (551)
30	University General Dentists	69	4.9★ (248)
31	Knoxville Dental Center - Hardin Valley	68	3.8★ (39)	Evenings · Sat
32	Sequoyah Dental Arts	68	4.9★ (395)
33	South Knox Dental	68	4.9★ (231)
34	Family Dentistry of Knoxville	68	4.8★ (301)
35	Jack Haney DDS	67	5.0★ (325)
36	Turkey Creek Dental, PLLC	67	4.9★ (348)
37	Dogwood Family Dentistry	67	3.7★ (7)
38	American Family Dentistry - Mountain Grove	67
39	Beaver Creek Dental	67
40	Brock D. Evans, DMD	67
41	Dentistry	67
42	Donald Bowdle	67
43	Dr. Benjamin Thomas	67
44	Irwin Larry G DDS	67
45	John Major	67
46	Knoxville Dental Center	67
47	Mcconnell Timothy P DDS	67
48	Professional Dental Systems	67
49	Knox Legacy Dental	66	5.0★ (198)
50	TLC Dental Care - Knoxville	66	4.9★ (260)
51	Fowler T J DDS	66	4.7★ (28)
52	Northshore Smiles Dentistry	65	4.3★ (378)
53	Dr. Franklin J. Prout, DDS	65	3.7★ (3)
54	Downtown Dental - Knoxville	64	4.7★ (71)
55	Knoxville Dental Center - Fountain City	63	4.2★ (20)	Sat
56	Anthony Martin, DMD Inc.	62	4.6★ (57)
57	Castle Dental & Orthodontics	62	4.1★ (220)
58	Cedar Bluff Dental Center	61	4.7★ (26)
59	Ethan Long, DDS - Knoxville Office	61	4.4★ (33)
60	Golden Rule Dental Center	61	4.4★ (25)
61	InterFaith Health Clinic Dental Services	61	4.0★ (56)
62	Springwater Dental Institute	60	4.4★ (26)
63	Dr. Vicki D. Guffey, DDS	60	4.9★ (18)
64	Knoxville Family Dental West	59	4.1★ (53)
65	Parkway Dental	59	3.3★ (74)
66	V M C Dental Clinic	59	5.0★ (9)
67	Reuben N. Pelot III, D.D.S	58	5.0★ (8)
68	Dr. Lendell Massengale Jr, DDS	58	3.5★ (11)
69	Hayes Jr William G DDS	58	4.5★ (10)
70	Knoxville Dental Center	57		Evenings · Sat
71	Denta Care of Knoxville: Thompson Nancy DDS	53		Evenings · Sat
72	Western Heights Dental	51	2.6★ (228)
73	Premier Dental Group of Knoxville	47		Sat
74	Dental Surgery Center	47		Evenings
75	Knoxville Dental Center	37
76	Beaver Creek Dental: Kyle Smith, DDS	37
77	Kdc Knoxville Dental Center	37
78	Chesney Dentistry	37
79	University General Dentists	37
80	Marble City Dentistry & Facial Esthetics	37
81	Evans Family Dentistry	37
82	Kizer, Miller & McKnight Dentistry	37
83	Dr. Lee Ann Hovious DMD PC	37
84	Knoxville Family Dental East	37
85	DentalWorks Turkey Creek	33
86	Lee Ann Hovious PC	33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Knoxville

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.

Aspen Dental#1
Mon–Wed 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Evenings
Call (865) 282-2978
Aspen Dental#3
Mon 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Evenings
Call (865) 282-4783
Aspen Dental#4
Mon 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Evenings
Call (865) 525-4422
Dental Co. of Knoxville#16
Mon–Wed 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Thu 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed
Evenings
Call (865) 722-0239
Knox Valley Dental#18
Mon–Wed 8:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 10:30 AM–7 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Evenings
Call (865) 658-8803
Knoxville Dental Center - Hardin Valley#31
Mon–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
Evenings · Saturday
Call (865) 693-5030

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.

6 of Knoxville's 86 clinics offering root canals have an endodontist on staff. See endodontists in Knoxville

How much does a root canal cost in Knoxville?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Knoxville?
Type	Typical range (USD)	Basis	As of
Front tooth (anterior)	$690–$1,050	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee	—
Premolar (bicuspid)	$780–$1,150	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee	—
Molar	$980–$1,350	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee	—
Retreatment of a previous root canal	$1,100–$1,650	DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee	—

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

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
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

How we ranked Knoxville root canal dentists

We scored 86 Knoxville clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 18 were excluded (1 closed and 17 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
Factor	Weight	Computed from	In Knoxville 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

Root canals in Knoxville: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Knoxville?

Aspen Dental ranks #1 of 86 Knoxville clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has an endodontist on staff and 4.3★ from 909 Google reviews. Dr. Smita Borole 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 Knoxville, TN?

A root canal in Knoxville typically costs $686–$1,372 USD. By type: front tooth (anterior) $690–$1,050; premolar (bicuspid) $780–$1,150; molar $980–$1,350. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Knoxville do root canals?

Yes. 80 of the 86 Knoxville clinics offering root canals do not list an endodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 6 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 Tennessee?

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 Knoxville root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

5 of 86 Knoxville clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Knoxville Dental Center - Hardin Valley, Knoxville Dental Center - Fountain City and Knoxville Dental Center. 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 Knoxville?

86 Knoxville clinics list root canals in our data. 6 of them list an endodontist on staff. They include Aspen Dental and Dr. Smita Borole. 5 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 52 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Top 10 root canal dentists in Knoxville at a glance

The 86 best root canal dentists in Knoxville, ranked

#1 Aspen Dental

#2 Dr. Smita Borole

#3 Aspen Dental

#4 Aspen Dental

#5 Knoxville Cosmetic Dentistry - Dr Harold S. Silber & Dr. David Howe

#6 Cornerstone Dental Arts

#7 Dental Images

#8 DentureCare, LLC

#9 Emergency Dentist Knoxville TN

#10 Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center Teeth Team

#11 Molloy Dental Clinic

#12 O'Brien Chris DDS

#13 Professional Dental Services Pc

#14 Dental Partners - Fountain City

#15 Knoxville Dental Care: Bradley White DDS

#16 Dental Co. of Knoxville

#17 Farragut Dental Studio

#18 Knox Valley Dental

#19 Southeast Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center

#20 Knoxville Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

#21 Halls Family Dentistry

#22 Farragut Oral Surgery and Implant Center

#23 New Life Dentistry: Dr. Christopher D. Lee, DMD

#24 Dr. Dyron Holt

#25 Choto Family Dentistry