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Best Root Canal Dentists in Oak Forest, IL (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Dr. Beena P. Deshmukh, DDS, ranked #1 of 25 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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25 Oak Forest clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 8 open Saturdays and 8 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 Oak Forest at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Oak Forest at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Beena P. Deshmukh, DDS73
2Dr. Carly Paragas73
3Family Dental Care - Crestwood, IL 6041873
4Ivanhoe Dental Group73
5Patterson Dental Group-Mokena73
6Donahue Michael W DDS67
7Dr. Joseph J. Mardjetko, DDS67
8Dr. Nisha Bhorania67
9Dr. Peter Austin67
10Lemont Family Dental67

The 25 best root canal dentists in Oak Forest, 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.

  4. #4 Ivanhoe Dental Group

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for root canals in Oak Forest 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 Ivanhoe Dental GroupFull profile
    In their words

    Quality dental care starts with consistent exams with a dental team you can trust. At Ivanhoe Dental Group, we offer a strong foundation for preventive dental services. Our dental care approach is to protect and preserve the natural teeth and gums whenever possible, with restorative and cosmetic treatments available as needed. Both the function of the teeth and the appearance of the smile are considered as we are designing a personalized treatment plan for each patient.

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

  5. #5 Patterson Dental Group-Mokena

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for root canals in Oak Forest 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

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    In their words

    At Patterson Dental Center - Mokena, the health and well-being of our patients is our top priority. Practicing dentists at this location include: Garnet Patterson, Vikas (Vic) Beri, William Sensenbrenner, and Madalyn Vacca. We accept most major insurances as well as Care Credit finance plan.

    From Patterson Dental Group-Mokena's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  15. #15 Oakview Dental

    5950 159th St, Oak Forest, IL 60452, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for root canals in Oak Forest: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–7 PM · Wed 7 AM–6 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 7 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Oakview DentalFull profile(708) 687-4280

  16. #16 Thomas Krull, DDS, PC

    6320 159th St Ste B, Oak Forest, IL 60452

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 3 PM–7 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Thomas Krull, DDS, PCFull profile(708) 687-0880
    In their words

    For a comprehensive dental care at a reasonable price, visit the clinic of Thomas Krull, DDS, PC. For years, Dr. Krull has provided complete general and cosmetic services including routine check-ups and cleanings, teeth whitening, bridges, crowns, root canals, implants, veneers, gum treatment, and halitosis treatment. Our latest and best-selling products include Zoom teeth whitening, Lava Crowns, Lumineers veneers, and ClearCorrect clear braces.Our office is home to some of…

    From Thomas Krull, DDS, PC's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 Arel C. Ondoy DDS

    15510 Cicero Ave #102-108, Oak Forest, IL 60452

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Arel C. Ondoy DDSFull profile(708) 535-0333
    In their words

    Welcome to Arel C Ondoy DMD located in Oak Forest, Illinois! Dr. Arel Ondoy and our experienced staff are dedicated to helping you improve your smile. Together with our highly trained staff, Dr. Arel Ondoy is committed to meeting all of your dental needs and goals! The dental team at Arel C Ondoy DMD is eager to help you and your family achieve optimal oral health. We are proud to provide comfortable, painless dental care to all of our patients, and we are pleased to offer…

    From Arel C. Ondoy DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 Oak Forest Dental Wellness

    15028 Cicero Ave E, Oak Forest, IL 60452

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for root canals in Oak Forest: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–3 PM · Tue 11 AM–7 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–3 PM · Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8:30 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Oak Forest Dental WellnessFull profile(708) 535-0050

  19. #19 Toussaint Peter J DDS

    5550 147th St, Oak Forest, IL 60452, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for root canals in Oak Forest: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Toussaint Peter J DDSFull profile(708) 371-2226

  23. #23 Wirtz Orthodontics

    15601 Cicero Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for root canals in Oak Forest 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 7:30 AM–6 PM · Tue 7:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–1 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Wirtz OrthodonticsFull profile(708) 687-6600

  25. #25 Total Comfort Mobile Dental Care, Ltd (The House Call Dentists)

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for root canals in Oak Forest 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 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Total Comfort Mobile Dental Care, Ltd (The House Call Dentists)Full profile(888) 318-8595

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Oak Forest

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 Oak Forest's 25 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in Oak Forest

How much does a root canal cost in Oak Forest?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Oak Forest?
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 Oak Forest

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 Oak Forest root canal dentists

We scored 25 Oak Forest clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Oak Forest?

Dr. Beena P. Deshmukh, DDS ranks #1 of 25 Oak Forest clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Carly Paragas 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 Oak Forest, IL?

A root canal in Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest do root canals?

Yes. None of the 25 Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

8 of 25 Oak Forest clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Dr. Delivered Smiles, Oakview Dental and Thomas Krull, DDS, PC. 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 Oak Forest?

25 Oak Forest clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 8 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Oak Forest

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 28 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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