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Best Root Canal Dentists in Ottawa, IL (2026)

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

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    Best overall for root canals: Armstrong John M DDS, ranked #1 of 21 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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21 Ottawa clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 2 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 Ottawa at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Ottawa at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Armstrong John M DDS67
2Associated Gastroenterology67
3Boe Pat67
4Cechowicz Joel R DDS67
5Davis Hunter C DDS67
6Dr. Robert W. Schmidt, DDS67
7Hand Center At Vital Care67
8Imel Curtis R DDS67
9Myers Theresa DDS67
10Ottawa Dental Laboratory67

The 21 best root canal dentists in Ottawa, 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.

  14. #14 John M. Conness, DDS

    1704 Polaris Cir, Ottawa, IL 61350, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for root canals in Ottawa 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 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–4 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at John M. Conness, DDSFull profile(815) 434-1022
    In their words

    Dr. Conness and his staff are committed to offering every patient the very best dental care currently available to the dental profession. Our goal is to tailor treatment to meet the patient’s individual desires, goals, and expectations. Dr. Conness has presented many educational programs in the areas of cosmetic and implant dentistry. We encourage you to contact our office in Ottawa whenever you have an interest or concern about any of the services provided by our offices…

    From John M. Conness, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  15. #15 Mark Benavides, DDS, PC

    1703 Polaris Cir #3, Ottawa, IL 61350

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for root canals in Ottawa 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–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–1 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Mark Benavides, DDS, PCFull profile(815) 434-0152

  16. #16 Ottawa Smiles

    110 W Center St, Ottawa, IL 61350, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for root canals in Ottawa 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–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Ottawa SmilesFull profile(815) 434-6411

  17. #17 Morris Hospital Ottawa Campus

    1306 Gemini Cir Suite 1, Ottawa, IL 61350

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for root canals in Ottawa 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–Tue 7:30 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 7 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Morris Hospital Ottawa CampusFull profile(815) 433-9200
    In their words

    Board-Certified Physicians Dr. Jeffrey Tanzi, Dr. Melissa Hill and Dr. Hassnain Syed and Family Nurse Practitioners Ashley Blough and Angela Todd practice at the Morris Hospital Ottawa Campus, which is located at 1306 Gemini Circle, Suite 1, in Ottawa. Services include primary care for all ages, same-day appointments, on-site blood draws, blood pressure screenings, immunizations, physicals, ePrescribing, and more. To schedule an appointment, call 815.433.9200.

    From Morris Hospital Ottawa Campus's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Morris Hospital Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists

    1300 Starfire Dr, Ottawa, IL 61350

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for root canals in Ottawa 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 closed · Tue–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Morris Hospital Obstetrics & Gynecology SpecialistsFull profile(815) 324-9700

  20. #20 Faber Dental Arts

    1201 W Madison St, Ottawa, IL 61350

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for root canals in Ottawa 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–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Faber Dental ArtsFull profile(815) 433-1242

  21. #21 Cook Kevin M DDS

    1404 Aquarius Cir, Ottawa, IL 61350

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for root canals in Ottawa 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 closed · Tue–Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cook Kevin M DDSFull profile(815) 433-9100

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Ottawa

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 Ottawa's 21 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in Ottawa

How much does a root canal cost in Ottawa?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Ottawa?
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 Ottawa

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 Ottawa root canal dentists

We scored 21 Ottawa 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 Ottawa 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 Ottawa: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Ottawa?

Armstrong John M DDS ranks #1 of 21 Ottawa clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Associated Gastroenterology 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 Ottawa, IL?

A root canal in Ottawa 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 Ottawa do root canals?

Yes. None of the 21 Ottawa 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.

How many dentists offer root canals in Ottawa?

21 Ottawa clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Ottawa

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 21 clinics.

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