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

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The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Dr. James Grider, DDS, ranked #1 of 51 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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51 Oak Lawn clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 26 open Saturdays and 19 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 Lawn at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Oak Lawn at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. James Grider, DDS73
2Glow Dental of Oak Lawn73
3Janice Lubas D.D.S.73
4Advantage Dental Implants67
5Bartz & Bartz Dental: Ramirez Dawn67
6Dr. Brian D. Ruby, DDS67
7Dr. John Mattes67
8Dr. Kenneth J. Yerkes, DDS67
9Dr. Raymond Bartz67
10Find a Dentist67

The 51 best root canal dentists in Oak Lawn, 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.

  2. #2 Glow Dental of Oak Lawn

    4621 W 103rd St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for root canals in Oak Lawn 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 Glow Dental of Oak LawnFull profile(708) 229-0606
    In their words

    We are temporarily closed for two weeks as of 5/12/22 at this location due to smoke damage from a fire in the building next to the office. We apologize for the inconvenience. Patients can visit our Skokie or Highland Park location for emergencies. Highland Park Dental Salon Inc. 1770 1st St. Ste. 310 Highland Park, IL 60035 (847) 432 - 5400 Skokie Dental Salon 4905 Old Orchard Shopping Ctr. Suite 328 Skokie, IL 60077 (847) 674-8171 Dr. Wesley Campin, Dr. Jasmeet Brar, and…

    From Glow Dental of Oak Lawn's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Family Dental Care - Oak Lawn IL 60453

    9101 Cicero Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for root canals in Oak Lawn: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Family Dental Care - Oak Lawn IL 60453Full profile(708) 419-1601
    In their words

    Oak Lawn, IL, and it’s surrounding communities have the great opportunity to be seen and treated by Family Dental Care!™ This dental practice is composed of dentists and hygienists that are passionate about you and your families health. They offer a wide variety of services that include surgical, pediatric, cosmetic, preventative, and restorative dentistry. What this means for you and your family, is that you don’t have to just between different specialist offices, they…

    From Family Dental Care - Oak Lawn IL 60453's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Oak Lawn Smiles Family Dentistry

    4647 West 103rd Street #1m, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for root canals in Oak Lawn: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed–Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Oak Lawn Smiles Family DentistryFull profile(708) 424-2150
    In their words

    At Oak Lawn Smiles Family Dentistry, patients receive comprehensive care from an experienced dentist and well-trained staff. We know that you have high standards when it comes to your smile, and we meet them with care that is tailored to your specific preferences and expectations. We know that your time is valuable. For this reason, we have developed a system that is efficient and streamlined, without scrimping on the high quality that meets our commitment to excellence. We…

    From Oak Lawn Smiles Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Ridgeland Dental

    8704 Ridgeland Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for root canals in Oak Lawn: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Ridgeland DentalFull profile(708) 430-4440

  24. #24 Andrew J Sampalis, DDS and Associates, Ltd

    4560 W 103rd St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for root canals in Oak Lawn: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–1 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Andrew J Sampalis, DDS and Associates, LtdFull profile(708) 576-4073
    In their words

    About Andrew J. Sampalis, DDS We are an upbeat and conscientious group of dental professionals who want to help you and put our knowledge and experience to work for you and your smile. Our team members speak Greek and Spanish to meet the needs of our community. If you would like to make a dental appointment in Oak Lawn, Illinois, and meet us in person, you can contact our office at (708) 576-4073.

    From Andrew J Sampalis, DDS and Associates, Ltd's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  25. #25 GreatSmiles

    5208 95th St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for root canals in Oak Lawn: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–7 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–7 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at GreatSmilesFull profile(708) 634-7400

All 51 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #51, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26The Dental Building57Evenings · Sat
27Weinfield Linda M DDS57Evenings · Sat
28Roots Dental Studio57Evenings · Sat
29Marshall Dental57Evenings · Sat
30Vincent E Biank PC57Evenings · Sat
31Dr. William H. Grotz DDS57Evenings · Sat
32Forrest Tower, DDS - Oak Lawn Dentist57Evenings · Sat
33Identical Smiles53Sat
34All Heart Dental LTD53Evenings · Sat
35Oak Lawn Dental53Evenings · Sat
36Eco Friendly Dentistry47Sat
37Kapur Dental47Sat
38Universal Dental of Burbank47Sat
39Oaklawn Dental and Implant Center47Sat
40Jack Ruby Dental Office47Sat
41Dentalogic of Oak Lawn47Sat
42Thomas A. Swingler DDS47Evenings
43Inside the Smile - Oak Lawn Dentist47Evenings
44Jones Dental Group47Evenings
45Family Dental Center47Sat
46Southwest Denture Center43Sat
47Oak Dental Associates43Evenings
48Midland Oral Surgery and Implant Centers43Sat
49Marshall Richard M DDS43Sat
50Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of Chicago37
51International Dental of Oak Lawn37

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Oak Lawn

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 Lawn's 51 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in Oak Lawn

How much does a root canal cost in Oak Lawn?

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

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

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 Lawn root canal dentists

We scored 51 Oak Lawn clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 17 were excluded (17 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 Oak Lawn 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 Lawn: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Oak Lawn?

Dr. James Grider, DDS ranks #1 of 51 Oak Lawn clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Glow Dental of Oak Lawn 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 Lawn, IL?

A root canal in Oak Lawn 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 Lawn do root canals?

Yes. None of the 51 Oak Lawn 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 Lawn root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

26 of 51 Oak Lawn clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Family Dental Care - Oak Lawn IL 60453, Health and Happiness and Oak Lawn Smiles Family Dentistry. 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 Lawn?

51 Oak Lawn clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 26 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Oak Lawn

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 67 clinics.
  2. : 17 duplicate listings merged.

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