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Best Root Canal Dentists in Memphis, TN (2026)

62 clinics offering root canals, rankedUpdated 1 endodontist0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for root canals: Balgowlah Dental clinic, ranked #1 of 62 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

  2. 4

    Best specialist (endodontist): Aspen Dental - Memphis, TN (Wolfchase), an endodontist on staff, 4.5★ from 656 Google reviews.

  3. 3

    Best for same-day pain relief: Whitehaven Dental Care, emergency visits.

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62 Memphis clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an endodontist, 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 8 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 root canal dentists in Memphis at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Memphis at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Same-day
1Balgowlah Dental clinic73———
2Covington Pike Dental Clinic73———
3Whitehaven Dental Care72——Yes
4Aspen Dental - Memphis, TN (Wolfchase)67Yes (endodontist)4.5★ (656)—
5A C Dental67———
6CDS Dental Studio67———
7Dr. Amelya Hardaway67———
8East Memphis Dental Care67———
9Herring Dental67———
10Highland Park Dental Center67———

The 62 best root canal dentists in Memphis, 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.

  3. #3 Whitehaven Dental Care

    1273 E Raines Rd, Memphis, TN 38116

    72/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for root canals in Memphis: emergency visits and evening hours.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–3 PM · Wed 12 AM–12 AM · Thu closed · Fri 9:30 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Whitehaven Dental CareFull profile(901) 398-6435

  16. #16 Dove Family Dentistry - Riverdale

    5144 Riverdale Rd Suite 106, Memphis, TN 38141, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue closed · Wed 11 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dove Family Dentistry - RiverdaleFull profile(901) 530-1037
    In their words

    Welcome to Dove Family Dentistry. At our Memphis office located at 5144 Riverdale Road, Suite 106, Dr. Anthony Polk is dedicated to creating beautiful, long lasting smiles and maintaining the oral health of our patients. We deliver the highest quality general, restorative and cosmetic dental care in an atmosphere of warmth, kindness and respect.Whether your dental needs require a complete exam and cleaning, a full mouth restoration or anything in between, we promise to…

    From Dove Family Dentistry - Riverdale's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 AmeriPlan Dental Health Vision Prescription and Chiropractic

    555 TN-14, Memphis, TN 38101, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for root canals in Memphis: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at AmeriPlan Dental Health Vision Prescription and ChiropracticFull profile(888) 670-5190

  18. #18 Dove Family Dentistry - Covington Pike

    3030 Covington Pike #150, Memphis, TN 38128, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for root canals in Memphis: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu closed · Fri–Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dove Family Dentistry - Covington PikeFull profile(901) 310-1441
    In their words

    At Dove Family Dentistry, we are proud to provide Memphis, TN and surrounding community families with exemplary dental care in an up-scale, comfortable environment.Using state-of-the-art dental technology, Dr. Joseph Dove, our dental associates and our highly-trained Dove team strive to ensure each visit to our office is an enjoyable one. We offer the most advanced dental procedures and treatments available to provide a lifetime of healthy, beautiful smiles for your family.

    From Dove Family Dentistry - Covington Pike's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Generational Smiles

    4205 Hacks Cross Rd #118, Memphis, TN 38125

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for root canals in Memphis: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 PM–12 AM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Generational SmilesFull profile(901) 509-2353

  22. #22 Global Dental Center

    3725 Riverdale Rd, Memphis, TN 38115

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for root canals in Memphis: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue closed · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Global Dental CenterFull profile(901) 527-5359

  23. #23 Dynamic Dental Smiles-Midtown

    1451 Union Ave # 130, Memphis, TN 38104

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for root canals in Memphis: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dynamic Dental Smiles-MidtownFull profile(901) 272-1065

  25. #25 Scott Edwards DDS

    266 S Cleveland St, Memphis, TN 38104, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for root canals in Memphis 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 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Scott Edwards DDSFull profile(901) 728-6515
    In their words

    Dr. Scott Edwards is a dentist in Memphis, TN, who has served the area since 1982, providing comprehensive dental care for patients of all ages. Our offices utilize state-of-the-art dental technology and the most updated techniques, ensuring our patients receive the highest quality dental care possible. With two convenient dentist offices in Memphis, located in Midtown and East Memphis, we are better able to serve our patients. Dr. Scott Edwards and his associates, Dr. Julia…

    From Scott Edwards DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 62 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #62, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26The University of Tennessee Health Science Center :College of Dentistry37
27Wohrman Dental Group37
28Children's Dental Center - Midtown37
29Dental Partners - White Station37
30Miles Moore, D.D.S. - Memphis Center For Family and Cosmetic Dentistry37
31Main Street Dental37
32The Dental Connection37
33Bellano Dental Health - Bartlett - Appling North37
34Dental Excellence PC37
35Downtown Dentist37
36Crosstown Dental Group37
37Towne Center Pediatric and Adolescent Health Services37
38Southwind Dental Care37
39Bellano Dental Health - Bartlett - Appling South37
40Dental Partners - Brookhaven37
41Raleigh Dental Group37
42Hall Christal J DDS37
43Dental Health Corp Of Memphis37
44Grove Park Dental Group37
45Imperial Dental PLLC37
46Contagious Smiles(Formerly NOLA Dental Clinic)37
47Comfort Zone Dental Center,LLC37
48Firestone Dental Group, P.L.L.C33
49Smile Bright with Jesse33
50Broad Avenue Dental Center33
51Christ Community Dental Clinic33
52Audubon Dental Group33
53Higginbotham Family Dental in Memphis, TN in Harbor Town33
54American Family Dentistry - Kirbe Quince33
55Mid-South Dental Center33
56Bartlett Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics33
57Uptown Dental Center LLC33
58Paradigm Dental Center33
59Perfect Smile Dentistry33
60Chelsea Dental Clinic33
61Hickory Hill Family Dentistry33
62Life-Smiles Dental Care33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Memphis

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.

1 of Memphis's 62 clinics offering root canals has an endodontist on staff. See endodontists in Memphis

How much does a root canal cost in Memphis?

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

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

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

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 Memphis root canal dentists

We scored 62 Memphis clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 7 were excluded (7 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
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Memphis data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
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 Memphis: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Memphis?

Balgowlah Dental clinic ranks #1 of 62 Memphis clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Covington Pike 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 Memphis, TN?

A root canal in Memphis 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 Memphis do root canals?

Yes. 61 of the 62 Memphis clinics offering root canals do not list an endodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 1 lists 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.

Which Memphis clinics offer same-day root canals?

1 of 62 Memphis clinics offering root canals lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Whitehaven Dental Care. 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 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 Memphis root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

8 of 62 Memphis clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Whitehaven Dental Care, Dove Family Dentistry - Riverdale and AmeriPlan Dental Health Vision Prescription and Chiropractic. 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 Memphis?

62 Memphis clinics list root canals in our data. 1 of them lists an endodontist on staff. They include Aspen Dental - Memphis, TN (Wolfchase). 8 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Memphis

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 160 clinics.
  2. : 7 duplicate listings merged.

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