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Best Root Canal Dentists in Lansing, MI (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Dr. Priyanka Watwe, ranked #1 of 57 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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57 Lansing clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 5 open after 6pm. 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 Lansing at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Lansing at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Priyanka Watwe73
2Roger D. Cheney, DDS73
3Trillium Dental PC: Vuillemot Barbara A DDS73
4Cheah Dentistry67
5Dental & Dentures67
6Dr. Michael J. Murphy, DDS67
7Dr. Nisha Mendpara67
8Dr. Taylor’s family dental center67
9Gill Pritoj S DDS67
10Healthy Smiles Dental Center67

The 57 best root canal dentists in Lansing, 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.

  12. #12 Painless Dentistry - Lansing

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for root canals in Lansing 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

    Book appointment at Painless Dentistry - LansingFull profile
    In their words

    Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success. We understand how uneasy some patients may feel about their dental visits, and how we can make a difference in providing a relaxing and positive experience. The entire staff is committed to providing you with excellent, personalized care and service to make your visits to our Painless Dentistry dental offices as comfortable and pleasant as possible. We thank you for…

    From Painless Dentistry - Lansing's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  16. #16 Lansing Dental Associates

    1801 E Saginaw St Suite 2, Lansing, MI 48912, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for root canals in Lansing: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lansing Dental AssociatesFull profile(517) 803-2500

  17. #17 New You Dental Center

    3201 E Grand River Ave Ste E, Lansing, MI 48912, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for root canals in Lansing: Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at New You Dental CenterFull profile(517) 921-0091
    In their words

    At New You Dental Center, we recognize that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive dental care that reflects their individual needs. Our professional team of dentists and oral health specialists are committed to setting new standards for clinical excellence and patient satisfaction. We are open on weekends by appointment.

    From New You Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 Schaefer Dental Group

    4911 W St Joseph Hwy #202, Lansing, MI 48917

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for root canals in Lansing: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Schaefer Dental GroupFull profile(517) 321-1848
    In their words

    Teeth whitening, implant dentistry, oral surgery, invisalign, teeth cleanings, pediatrics, sedation, nitrous oxide sedation, cosmetic dentistry, endodontics, periodontics, oral surgery, digital x rays, CBCT Scan, deep cleanings, periodontal therapy, orthodontics, ZOOM, veneers, emergency dentistry

    From Schaefer Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Healthy Smiles Dental Care of Lansing

    2829 E Grand River Ave, Lansing, MI 48912

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for root canals in Lansing: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Healthy Smiles Dental Care of LansingFull profile(517) 333-3160
    In their words

    Welcome to Healthy Smiles Dental Care of Lansing The right dental office can transform your health, self-confidence and quality of life in amazing ways. At Healthy Smiles Dental Care, we’ve made it our mission to make great dentistry easy and accessible for everyone. This starts with the kind voice you hear when calling us, to the friendly, experienced dentists and team members you meet once getting here, to the fair fees and predictable payment process upon checking out.

    From Healthy Smiles Dental Care of Lansing's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Dr. Brian P. Schaefer, DDS

    4911 W St Joseph Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for root canals in Lansing: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Brian P. Schaefer, DDSFull profile(517) 321-1848

  22. #22 Great Expressions Dental Centers - Lansing

    6035 Executive Dr #200, Lansing, MI 48911

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for root canals in Lansing: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · 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 Great Expressions Dental Centers - LansingFull profile(517) 220-6270
    In their words

    Great Expressions Dental Centers provides access to affordable dental care delivering both quality and convenience. Our patients rely on us to improve their oral health and we deliver it, one smile at a time.Great Expressions Dental Centers’ doctors and team members strive to help you be your own kind of great every day. We come to work to serve you, and protect that special thing you use to greet the world: your smile. Choosing a neighborhood dental office is an important…

    From Great Expressions Dental Centers - Lansing's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Smile By Stone

    1801 E Saginaw St, Lansing, MI 48912, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for root canals in Lansing 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–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Smile By StoneFull profile(517) 482-5546
    In their words

    From the first contact at Smile By Stone, Dr. Stone and his team are committed to your individual attention and strive to provide personalized oral health care tailored for your unique dental needs and goals. We work hard to create the ultimate stress-free and comfortable dental experience. Your health and comfort are our top priorities, and we do what it takes to help every patient understand their symptoms and treatment options in a relaxed office setting.

    From Smile By Stone's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 Scott-Hetchler Holly DDS

    919 Chester Rd, Lansing, MI 48912, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for root canals in Lansing 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–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Scott-Hetchler Holly DDSFull profile(517) 487-6333

All 57 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #57, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Comfort Dentistry of Lansing37
27Paul M. Flynn DDS – Oral Surgery and Implant Center37
28Gary T. Oryszczak D.D.S.37
29Johnston Mark M DDS37
30Oak Bark Dental37
31Care Free Medical37
32Lansing Elite Dental37
33Murphy Family Dentistry37
34Dyras Dental37
35Cavanaugh Dental37
36Dr Paul Rashid DMD37
37Gentle Dental Care - Lansing37
38Kenneth C. Ackley II, DDS37
39Lavender Dental of Lansing - Katherine C DeYoung DDS37
40Trillium Dental37
41Woodland Daniel A DDS37
42Michel C Nasif DDS37
43Implant Dentistry Of Greater Lansing37
44Advanced Dental Solutions37
45Day Family Dental37
46Michigan Maxillofacial Surgery and Implant Center: William Schiro, DDS37
47Downtown Dental Studio, PLLC37
48One Day Denture Service37
49Cedar Family Dental37
50Dr. Jonathan J. Bechtel, DDS37
51Bechtel Dentistry37
52Aspen Dental33
53East Lansing Dental33
54Destiny Dental - Lansing MI33
55Evergreen Dental Center33
56Gary W. Johnson, DDS, MS33
57Orion Family Dental Center33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Lansing

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 Lansing's 57 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in Lansing

How much does a root canal cost in Lansing?

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

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

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

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 Lansing root canal dentists

We scored 57 Lansing clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 13 were excluded (13 duplicate listings). 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 Lansing 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 Lansing: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Lansing?

Dr. Priyanka Watwe ranks #1 of 57 Lansing clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Roger D. Cheney, DDS 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 Lansing, MI?

A root canal in Lansing 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 Michigan. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Lansing do root canals?

Yes. None of the 57 Lansing 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.

Is a root canal covered by insurance or Medicaid in Michigan?

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 Lansing root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 57 Lansing clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Lansing Dental Associates, New You Dental Center and Dental Dreams - Lansing. 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 Lansing?

57 Lansing clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Lansing

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 59 clinics.
  2. : 13 duplicate listings merged.

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