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Best Root Canal Dentists in Palos Park, IL (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Dr. Kozal & Associates - Palos Park, IL, ranked #1 of 4 by service score; evening hours and Saturday hours.

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4 Palos Park clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 2 open Saturdays and 2 open after 6pm. None list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 4 root canal dentists in Palos Park at a glance

Top 4 root canal dentists in Palos Park at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Kozal & Associates - Palos Park, IL57
2F. Michael Sheehan, DDS, Ltd.57
3Mill Creek Dental37
4Perfect Smiles Dentistry33

The 4 best root canal dentists in Palos Park, 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.

Scores below: based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. #2 F. Michael Sheehan, DDS, Ltd.

    11901 S 80th Ave ste d, Palos Park, IL 60464

    57/100

    Ranked #2 for root canals in Palos Park: evening hours and Saturday hours.

    Hours
    Mon 1 PM–8 PM · Tue 9 AM–3 PM · Wed closed · Thu 1 PM–8 PM · Fri closed · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Michael Sheehan in Palos Park, IL, believes everyone is entitled to a beautiful smile and the kind of personal care that makes you feel as good as you look. Dr. Sheehan is a dentist with a focus on premium dental care and a full range of state-of-the-art services such as: Invisalign® Dentistry Restorative General Dentistry Family Dentistry (Adults & Children) Teeth Whitening Porcelain Veneers Crowns & Bridges Dental Implants Dr. Sheehan is dedicated to providing the best…

    From F. Michael Sheehan, DDS, Ltd.'s own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #3 Mill Creek Dental

    13038 South La Grange Road, Palos Park, IL 60464

    37/100

    Ranked #3 for root canals in Palos Park on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Mill Creek Dental, the office of Dr. Omar Alramli, Dr. Vincent Greci and Dr. Sheri Zentic-Greci. We have been dedicated to providing the finest dental care to the members of the Palos Park community and its surrounding area for over 31 years. Exemplary patient care, outstanding restorative results, compassion and integrity are the cornerstones of our dental practice. Incorporating the latest technology, our state-of-the-art practice specializes in preventive,…

    From Mill Creek Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #4 Perfect Smiles Dentistry

    13033 South La Grange Road, Palos Park, IL 60464

    33/100

    Ranked #4 for root canals in Palos Park on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Contact Your Dentists in Palos Park, IL Having spent over 30 years serving the local community with comprehensive dentistry, our dentists and team know the importance of helping patients with their oral health. We understand that a healthy smile is deeply connected to a patient’s view on dental care, and we aim to help them receive positive experiences. We believe that a patient’s dental experience should be as comfortable and relaxing as possible.

    From Perfect Smiles Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Palos Park

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 Palos Park's 4 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in Palos Park

How much does a root canal cost in Palos Park?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Palos Park?
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 Palos Park

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 Palos Park root canal dentists

We scored 4 Palos Park 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 Palos Park 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 Palos Park: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Palos Park?

Dr. Kozal & Associates - Palos Park, IL ranks #1 of 4 Palos Park clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has evening hours and Saturday hours. F. Michael Sheehan, DDS, Ltd. ranks #2 (evening hours and Saturday hours). 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 Palos Park, IL?

A root canal in Palos Park 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 Palos Park do root canals?

Yes. None of the 4 Palos Park 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 Palos Park root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 4 Palos Park clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Dr. Kozal & Associates - Palos Park, IL and F. Michael Sheehan, DDS, Ltd.. 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 Palos Park?

4 Palos Park clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Palos Park

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 6 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.