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Best Root Canal Dentists in Portland, OR (2026)

94 clinics offering root canals, rankedUpdated 21 endodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for root canals: East Portland Dental Center, ranked #1 of 94 by service score; 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, emergency visits and evening hours.

  2. 2

    Best specialist (endodontist): Portsmouth Dental Care, an endodontist on staff, 4.2★ from 138 Google reviews, 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions root canals.

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94 Portland clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 21 list an endodontist, 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 9 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 70 of them.

Top 10 root canal dentists in Portland at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Portland at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning root canalSame-day
1East Portland Dental Center86—5.0★ (9)—Yes
2Portsmouth Dental Care85Yes (endodontist)4.2★ (138)1—
3Dream Smiles Dental83Yes (endodontist)4.8★ (310)1—
4Gentle Dental Timberland82Yes (endodontist)4.6★ (288)1—
5Rose City Dental Care Family, Cosmetic Veneers, Implants81Yes (endodontist)4.6★ (238)——
6Pham Dental Care79Yes (endodontist)4.9★ (276)——
7Emergency Dental Care USA78—4.3★ (747)1—
8Timber Dental76—4.7★ (1,429)1—
9Gentle Dental: Samani Parichehr DDS76Yes (endodontist)4.4★ (292)——
10Isom Endodontics- Dr. Terry Isom75Yes (endodontist)4.9★ (477)2—

The 94 best root canal dentists in Portland, 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. #2 Portsmouth Dental Care

    5228 N Lombard St, Portland, OR 97203

    85/100

    Ranked #2 for root canals in Portland: an endodontist on staff; 4.2★ from 138 Google reviews.

    • 4.2from 138 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue–Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–2 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Portsmouth Dental Care, we have extensive experience in all aspects of modern dentistry. We offer comprehensive dental care, including everything from the preventive education & routine hygiene that help to reduce dental problems to expert solutions for the dental issues our patients face-like orthodontics & restorative dentistry-all in one convenient location. We are located near the corner of North Portsmouth Avenue & North Lombard Street, three miles west of I-5.

    From Portsmouth Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #3 Dream Smiles Dental

    10980 SW Barnes Rd, Portland, OR 97225, United States

    83/100

    Ranked #3 for root canals in Portland: an endodontist on staff; 4.8★ from 310 Google reviews.

    • 4.8from 310 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 1 PM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dream Smiles Dental in Portland, OR provides highest quality modern dentistry for all ages. Offering a relaxed, no pressure environment with comprehensive whole family dental well being as our focus. Services we offer span across General, Cosmetic, Implant, Children Dentistry, emergency dental services, & much more! Call our office today to book an appointment. Hours: Mon: 8:00am - 6:00pm Tue: 8:00am - 7:00pm Wed: By Appointment Only Thur: 8:00am - 6:00pm Fri: 8:00am -…

    From Dream Smiles Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #4 Gentle Dental Timberland

    11805 NW Cedar Falls Dr Ste 101, Portland, OR 97229

    82/100

    Ranked #4 for root canals in Portland: an endodontist on staff; 4.6★ from 288 Google reviews.

    • 4.6from 288 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 7 AM–4 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    If you're looking for a dentist in Portland, OR, you've come to the right place. Gentle Dental is an established dental practice with a modern approach to oral care. Our goal is to provide quality care to every patient who walks through our doors, and we achieve this objective through attentiveness, open communication, and patient education.

    From Gentle Dental Timberland's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #5 Rose City Dental Care Family, Cosmetic Veneers, Implants

    2341 SE 122nd Ave #100, Portland, OR 97216

    81/100

    Ranked #5 for root canals in Portland: an endodontist on staff; 4.6★ from 238 Google reviews.

    • 4.6from 238 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    **We are not contracted with OHP** WELCOME TO ROSE CITY DENTAL IN PORTLAND, OR | VISIT A DENTIST IN PORTLAND THAT CARES At Rose City Dental Care, we are always here to take care of your immediate concerns, such as: toothaches, infections, root canals, extractions, etc. But we care about your overall oral health as well! Our goal is to first treat your emergency dental needs, and second, to have a long term plan for dental treatment and health to last through your lifetime.…

    From Rose City Dental Care Family, Cosmetic Veneers, Implants's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #9 Gentle Dental: Samani Parichehr DDS

    10115 SW Nimbus Ave #350, Portland, OR 97223, United States

    76/100

    Ranked #9 for root canals in Portland: an endodontist on staff; 4.4★ from 292 Google reviews.

    • 4.4from 292 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #14 City Dental

    511 SW 10th Ave Suite 704, Portland, OR 97205

    74/100

    Ranked #14 for root canals in Portland: 4.8★ from 558 Google reviews; 1 of 20 collected reviews mentions root canals.

    • 4.8from 558 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 7 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to our office! Our dentists and team are looking forward to caring for you and your smile. We pride ourselves on cultivating a friendly, upbeat dental environment where you can always feel comfortable in our care. We create beautiful smiles with our professional dental services and our gentle, compassionate treatment. We invite you to call us today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jason Bajuscak or Dr. Karl Shao and learn more about why we should be your first…

    From City Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #16 Barnes Dental

    7325 SW Barnes Rd, Portland, OR 97225

    74/100

    Ranked #16 for root canals in Portland: 4.9★ from 278 Google reviews.

    • 4.9from 278 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We welcome you to our website! At Barnes Dental, our philosophy is to provide treatment to the whole person - with a special focus on how your teeth and gums relate to your total body health. We want you to be confident that your smile achieves your goals for comfort, function and appearance. We're here to make that happen.

    From Barnes Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #18 Portland Orthodontic Group

    742 NW Murray Blvd, Portland, OR 97229

    74/100

    Ranked #18 for root canals in Portland: 5.0★ from 66 Google reviews.

    • 5.0from 66 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Welcome to Portland Orthodontic Group. We’re definitely not your typical orthodontic practice. Which makes sense, because you’re not typical either. You are who you are, and we encourage you to embrace that. No matter how straight your teeth are, your smile is still the most real reflection of you there is. You might feel like your teeth are a tiny bit crooked or you might feel like they’re totally bejangled, but no matter what, we want to help the real you shine through. We…

    From Portland Orthodontic Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for root canals in Portland 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

    In their words

    Welcome to Division Street Dental! We are a team of highly skilled dental professionals using state-of-the-art dental technology paired with holistic wisdom to change the conversation about our teeth and wellness. We believe dentistry is an important part of the whole body – our teeth are the roots to nourish and keep our entire system alive.

    From Division Street Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  10. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for root canals in Portland 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

    In their words

    Downtown Dental Associates, LLP of Portland is an experienced general dental practice with a focus on providing excellent personalized care to patients from the Portland area. We utilize modern technology and advanced techniques to ensure your treatment is efficient, effective, and comfortable. Our compassionate team of doctors are welcoming new patients to our convenient dental office.

    From Downtown Dental Associates's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  11. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for root canals in Portland 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

    In their words

    We Offer Luxury Dental Services in Downtown Portland Oregon in a Spa Like Environment. At Pearl District Dental, we work in partnership with you to focus on four areas on your oral health care : Preventative Care using state of the art technology; Restorative care, including fillings, crowns, onlays, and implants designed to last; Care of your bite to make sure that your teeth and jaw are pain free properly aligned and function well together; and Cosmetic Care using crowns…

    From Pearl District Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 94 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #94, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26Chris J. Lampert, DMD.724.9★ (68)
27Dr. Kevin R. Edwards, DDS724.2★ (46)
28Cornell Family Dental - Lindsay Freed, DMD725.0★ (373)
29Life Bloom Dental: Dentist Portland724.9★ (787)
30Kaiser Permanente Rockwood Dental Office724.7★ (198)
31Samuel S. Chen, DDS715.0★ (22)
32Dr. Scott Edgar712.3★ (3)
33Friendly Smiles Dental Group714.9★ (297)
34Emergency Dentist of Portland, Gresham, Happy Valley, Milwaukie714.7★ (88)Sat
35Division Smiles Family Dental704.7★ (112)
36Portland Modern Dentistry704.6★ (238)Evenings
37Hazim Dental Clinic704.9★ (84)Sat
38Pacific Dental Care, PC704.6★ (249)Sat
39LifeSmile Dental704.9★ (445)
40Forest Park Dental Studio - Dr Bennett & Dr Perkiomaki704.9★ (214)
41Portland Dental704.9★ (756)
42Providence Medical Group - Cedar Mill694.1★ (76)
43Oak Hills Dentistry694.9★ (306)
44Westover Dental Clinic694.9★ (576)
45Interstate Dental Clinic694.1★ (35)Sat · Sun
46Bethany Family Dental Portland694.8★ (380)
47Oak Grove Dental Center694.9★ (219)
48Roots Dental - Powell684.9★ (228)
49Portland City Dental684.9★ (138)
50Bethany Dental Care684.9★ (205)
51PDX Center for Dentistry684.8★ (451)
52King x Crown Dental in SE Portland674.9★ (113)
53Building D67
54Dr. James V. Frohnmayer, DMD (Portsmouth Dental Care)67
55Dr. Keri Smith67
56Dr. Maryam Motlagh67
57Graham Clinic67
58NARA Dental Clinic67
59Rockwood Dental Office: Aronstein Richard Ern DDS67
60Schwartz Victor A DDS67
61Bridgeport Smiles Family Dentistry674.2★ (47)Evenings · Sat
62Zhou Dental Care664.8★ (164)
63Broadway Dental Care664.4★ (34)
64Dr. Emilia Adam, DDS653.0★ (2)
65King City Dental645.0★ (56)
66Dr. Matthew Park, DMD, Murray Blvd.644.8★ (18)
67North Tabor Dental644.5★ (33)
68Greenburg Dental644.6★ (76)
69Rosenberg Alan DMD635.0★ (16)
70Polaris Dental Specialists635.0★ (5)
71Advantage Dental+ | Broadway634.0★ (387)
72Comfort Dentistry634.4★ (54)
73Advantage Dental+ | Beaverton623.7★ (542)
74Southwest Portland Dental624.7★ (9)
75St. Johns Family Dental625.0★ (17)
76Multnomah County Billi Odegaard Dental Clinic603.4★ (44)Evenings
77Elite Dental Care | Dentist Beaverton - Cedar Hills604.4★ (38)
78Multnomah County Dental Health602.6★ (45)Evenings
79Cedar Park Family Dental Care595.0★ (2)Evenings
80Wallace - WMC Rosewood Dental Clinic593.1★ (23)
81East Portland Dental Center: Hongo Gary S DDS585.0★ (6)
82Dr. Jeffrey Dewey, DDS575.0★ (4)
83Multnomah County Dental Health572.9★ (39)
84OHSU Russell Street Dental Clinic573.3★ (82)
85Dental Care Today521.8★ (26)
86Macadam Dental37
87OHSU Dental and Oral Surgery Clinic, Marquam Hill37
88Multnomah Dental Society37
89Northwest Portland Dental37
90PDX Dental Care37
91Roots Dental - Gresham37
92Blodgett Dental Care37
93360 Dentistry: Crocker Michelle DDS33
94Kaiser Permanente Dental Clinic: Reese Randy H DDS21

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Portland

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.

21 of Portland's 94 clinics offering root canals have an endodontist on staff. See endodontists in Portland

How much does a root canal cost in Portland?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Portland?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Front tooth (anterior)$700–$1,050DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Oregon—
Premolar (bicuspid)$800–$1,200DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Oregon—
Molar$1,000–$1,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Oregon—
Retreatment of a previous root canal$1,100–$1,700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Oregon—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full root canal cost guide for Portland

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 Portland root canal dentists

We scored 94 Portland clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 9 were excluded (2 closed and 7 duplicate listings). 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 Portland data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
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 Portland: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Portland?

East Portland Dental Center ranks #1 of 94 Portland clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews and emergency visits and evening hours. Portsmouth Dental Care ranks #2 (an endodontist on staff). 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 Portland, OR?

A root canal in Portland typically costs $700–$1,400 USD. By type: front tooth (anterior) $700–$1,050; premolar (bicuspid) $800–$1,200; molar $1,000–$1,400. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Oregon. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Portland do root canals?

Yes. 73 of the 94 Portland clinics offering root canals do not list an endodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 21 list an endodontist on staff. Typical reasons to see an endodontist: molars, retreatment of an earlier root canal, calcified or curved canals, or when your dentist refers you.

Which Portland clinics offer same-day root canals?

1 of 94 Portland clinics offering root canals lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by East Portland Dental Center. Same-day treatment depends on the diagnosis and the schedule, so call ahead to confirm before you go.

Is a root canal covered by insurance or Medicaid in Oregon?

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 Portland root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

9 of 94 Portland clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including East Portland Dental Center, Portsmouth Dental Care and Rose City Dental Care Family, Cosmetic Veneers, Implants. 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 Portland?

94 Portland clinics list root canals in our data. 21 of them list an endodontist on staff. They include Portsmouth Dental Care and Dream Smiles Dental. 9 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 70 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Portland

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 375 clinics.
  2. : 7 duplicate listings merged.
  3. : 2 closed clinics removed.