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Best Root Canal Dentists in North Chicago, IL (2026)

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    Best overall for root canals: Emergency Dentistry and Denture Care, ranked #1 of 13 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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13 North Chicago clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 1 opens 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 North Chicago at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in North Chicago at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Emergency Dentistry and Denture Care73
2Bldg 152 prosthodontics67
3Chang Kara w DDS67
4Dr. Rodney L. Morrow, DDS67
5Dr. Stephen Esposito, DDS67
6Fisher Clinic67
7Medical Clinc Building 23767
8Thompson Roger S DDS67
9Lake County Health Department - North Chicago Health Center57
10AllKids Orthodontics43

The 13 best root canal dentists in North Chicago, 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 North Chicago

    #1 Emergency Dentistry and Denture Care

    2121 N Green Bay Rd, North Chicago, IL 60064

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for root canals in North Chicago 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 Emergency Dentistry and Denture CareFull profile(224) 765-8099

  9. #9 Lake County Health Department - North Chicago Health Center

    2215 14th St, North Chicago, IL 60064

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for root canals in North Chicago: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–8 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Lake County Health Department - North Chicago Health CenterFull profile(847) 377-8800
    In their words

    We're making improvements! North Chicago Health Center will temporarily close for renovations. North Chicago Health Center patients will still receive the same quality healthcare just 2 miles north at Belvidere Medical Building in Waukegan. On September 20, 2021, we will temporarily close for renovations. We will be back in Spring 2022. We are making major building changes to better serve you when you visit us for your care.

    From Lake County Health Department - North Chicago Health Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  11. #11 MediSpa@IAMC,LLC

    1809 Sheridan Rd, North Chicago, IL 60064

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for root canals in North Chicago: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue closed · Wed 1:30 PM–6 PM · Thu closed · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat 9 AM–3:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at MediSpa@IAMC,LLCFull profile(847) 785-0611

  12. #12 Dr. Gustav R. Kozina, DDS

    2127 Green Bay Rd, North Chicago, IL 60064

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for root canals in North Chicago 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 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–2 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Gustav R. Kozina, DDSFull profile(847) 336-8478

  13. #13 Greenbay Family Dental

    2233 N Green Bay Rd, North Chicago, IL 60064

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #13 for root canals in North Chicago 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 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Greenbay Family DentalFull profile(847) 689-2900

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Emergency and weekend dentists in North Chicago

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 North Chicago's 13 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in North Chicago

How much does a root canal cost in North Chicago?

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

How much does a root canal cost in North Chicago?
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 North Chicago

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 North Chicago root canal dentists

We scored 13 North Chicago clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 North Chicago 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 North Chicago: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in North Chicago?

Emergency Dentistry and Denture Care ranks #1 of 13 North Chicago clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Bldg 152 prosthodontics 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 North Chicago, IL?

A root canal in North Chicago 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 North Chicago do root canals?

Yes. None of the 13 North Chicago 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 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 North Chicago root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 13 North Chicago clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Lake County Health Department - North Chicago Health Center, AllKids Orthodontics and MediSpa@IAMC,LLC. 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 North Chicago?

13 North Chicago 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 North Chicago

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 14 clinics.

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