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Best Root Canal Dentists in Mattoon, IL (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, ranked #1 of 31 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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31 Mattoon 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 Mattoon at a glance

The 31 best root canal dentists in Mattoon, 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 Mattoon

    #1 Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center

    1000 Health Center Dr, Mattoon, IL 61938

    78/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for root canals in Mattoon: 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

    In their words

    Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center is a 145-bed, not-for-profit, regional hospital centrally located in East Central Illinois' Coles County, and is the recipient of the Illinois Performance Excellence Gold Award for Achievement of Excellence, the highest performance honors in the state. SBL is accredited by The Joint Commission, the nation's oldest and largest standards-setting and accrediting body in healthcare. The Health Center provides a full range of acute care services…

    From Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for root canals in Mattoon 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

    In their words

    As trained medical professionals, our dedication to maintaining a safe environment through rigorous infection control procedures is at our core. We know that moving forward our commitment to your safety will be even more important. While continuing to meet traditional CDC and OSHA requirements, we are adopting some new, additional protocols. For example, we might wear additional PPE, request you wear a mask to your appointment, or take your temperature upon arrival.

    From Heartland Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #18 Aspen Dental

    1011 Charleston Ave E, Mattoon, IL 61938

    43/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Mattoon,IL 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 environment…

    From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #22 Hastings & Havlik Family Dentistry

    1017 Broadway Ave, Mattoon, IL 61938

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for root canals in Mattoon 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Hastings & Havlik Family Dentistry in Mattoon, IL we offer comfortable, personalized, modern dentistry for patients of all ages. Family dentistry in the truest sense. Same-day crowns, teeth whitening, Invisalign, extractions and dental implants and more all in one location. The Hastings family has provided dental care in the area sense the 1960s and the Havliks sense the 80s. Drs. Brian Hastings and Wiliam Havlik work along with their sons Drs. Myles Hastings and Chris…

    From Hastings & Havlik Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #23 Lake Land College

    5001 Lake Land Blvd, Mattoon, IL 61938

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for root canals in Mattoon 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Lake Land College, in Mattoon, IL, is the area's premier college serving Mattoon and surrounding areas since 1966. We specialize in academics, career services, employment, online learning and much more. For all your education needs, contact Lake Land College in Mattoon.

    From Lake Land College's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #24 SBL Pediatric Clinic

    Prairie Pavilion, 1005 Health Center Dr #1, Mattoon, IL 61938

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for root canals in Mattoon 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #25 SBL Advanced Wound Center

    1000 Health Center Dr Suite 302, Mattoon, IL 61938

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for root canals in Mattoon 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 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

All 31 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #31, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Mattoon

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 Mattoon's 31 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in Mattoon

How much does a root canal cost in Mattoon?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Mattoon?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Front tooth (anterior)$810–$1,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Premolar (bicuspid)$920–$1,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Molar$1,150–$1,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—
Retreatment of a previous root canal$1,250–$1,950DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois—

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

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 Mattoon root canal dentists

We scored 31 Mattoon 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). 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 Mattoon 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 Mattoon: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Mattoon?

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center ranks #1 of 31 Mattoon clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Douglas County Health Dept and Dental Clinic 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 Mattoon, IL?

A root canal in Mattoon typically costs $805–$1,610 USD. By type: front tooth (anterior) $810–$1,200; premolar (bicuspid) $920–$1,400; molar $1,150–$1,600. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Illinois. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Mattoon do root canals?

Yes. None of the 31 Mattoon 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 Mattoon clinics offer same-day root canals?

1 of 31 Mattoon clinics offering root canals lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Sarah Bush Lincoln Health 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 Illinois?

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 Mattoon root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 31 Mattoon clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center and SBL Mattoon Walk-In 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 Mattoon?

31 Mattoon 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 Mattoon

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 33 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.