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Best Root Canal Dentists in San Mateo, CA (2026)

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

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    Best overall for root canals: Laurel Dental San Mateo, ranked #1 of 58 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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58 San Mateo clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 18 open Saturdays and 3 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 San Mateo at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in San Mateo at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Laurel Dental San Mateo73
2Dr. Hiroyuki Arima, DMD67
3Dr. Jane Vu67
4Dr. Yao-Lin Tang, DDS67
5Dr.Kuramoto67
6Kehan Li67
7Nazareth Plaza Dental Group67
8San Mateo Complete Dentistry67
9Tran Julie M DDS67
10Xuyu Zhang67

The 58 best root canal dentists in San Mateo, 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.

  12. #12 B. Jeffrey Kay, DDS

    255 N San Mateo Dr Suite 3, San Mateo, CA 94401

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for root canals in San Mateo: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at B. Jeffrey Kay, DDSFull profile(650) 250-4706
    In their words

    We are a welcoming and family-friendly dental office in San Mateo, California, helping each patient we work with to have a positive and enjoyable dental experience. No matter what your current state of oral health may be, Dr. B. Jeffrey Kay will work with you to help you create a healthier and more beautiful smile. We look forward to caring for your dental needs!

    From B. Jeffrey Kay, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  15. #15 Angela An, DDS

    255 N San Mateo Dr Suite #4, San Mateo, CA 94401

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for root canals in San Mateo: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Angela An, DDSFull profile(650) 342-8618
    In their words

    Angela An, D.D.S. has dedicated her practice to treating the patients in San Mateo, CA. Her practice offers comprehensive and complete dental care for your dental needs. Offering a wide range of dental care, Dr. An is known to have equipped with special training to treat seniors, children, and persons with dental phobia. Her practice offers general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, endodontics, and non-surgical methods of treating dental problems.

    From Angela An, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  16. #16 Stan W. Konrad, DDS

    30 28th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94403

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for root canals in San Mateo: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Stan W. Konrad, DDSFull profile(650) 345-3903
    In their words

    When you visit Stan W. Konrad, DDS, your comfort is our top priority. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle care that you deserve. Part of our commitment to serving our patients includes providing information that helps them to make more informed decisions about their oral health needs.

    From Stan W. Konrad, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Bay Star Dental - San Mateo

    406 N San Mateo Dr Suite B, San Mateo, CA 94401

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for root canals in San Mateo: Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–6 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Bay Star Dental - San MateoFull profile(650) 342-8874
    In their words

    We treat adults, kids, seniors, and people afraid of the dentists. We treat the whole family! Our entire team at Bay Star Dental is dedicated to helping people and building lasting relationships, going beyond “fixing teeth.” We are committed to provide you with the highest quality of dental care in a safe and comfortable setting. Whether you’re ready for a smile makeover or are just in need of routine preventative care, we are your family’s choice dentist in San Mateo, CA.

    From Bay Star Dental - San Mateo's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  22. #22 Dr. Yvette C. Chua, DDS

    635 Mariners Island Blvd Suite 201, San Mateo, CA 94404

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for root canals in San Mateo: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Yvette C. Chua, DDSFull profile(650) 638-9800
    In their words

    Welcome to Bridgepointe Family Dental Care, where Dr. Yvette Chua and her friendly, professional dental team will provide you with state of the art, quality dental care for you and your whole family. Our mission is to treat you with respect, provide the skill and quality care in a gentle, relaxed atmosphere that you deserve.

    From Dr. Yvette C. Chua, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Dr. Waymond K. Leong, DDS

    420 Peninsula Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for root canals in San Mateo: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri closed · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Waymond K. Leong, DDSFull profile(650) 342-3597

  24. #24 Bridgepointe Family Dental Care

    635 Mariners Island Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94404

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for root canals in San Mateo: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Bridgepointe Family Dental CareFull profile(650) 638-9800

  25. #25 Oanh Le, DDS

    720 N El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94401

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for root canals in San Mateo: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Oanh Le, DDSFull profile(650) 558-9253

All 58 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #58, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Bay Meadows Orthodontics47Sat
27A+ Dental Center43Sat
28Bay Area Dental Group: San Mateo43Sat
29Western Dental & Orthodontics43Sat
30Leong Dental43Sat
31Arima Dental Care37
32Bloom Dental Group37
33Contemporary Dental37
34Derek Wong, DDS37
35Fiori Dental37
36Foster City Dental Care37
37Marina Dental Studio37
38Sonrisas Dental Health37
39Young Dental Group37
40Dentist San Mateo - Manyak Dental Group - Dentist in San Mateo CA - San Mateo Cosmetic Dentist37
41Olson Dental37
42Park Place Dental37
43Titus Tang DDS, MAGD, Dental 36037
44San Mateo Dental Arts37
45Takashi Dental37
46Deccan Dental - Samir Nanjapa DDS37
47Kenneth E. Moore II, DDS, Inc.37
48Mid Peninsula Dental Care37
49Chavez Dental Care37
50Clevenger Daniel DDS37
51San Mateo Dental Care37
52Paul Diercks, DDS37
53Dr. Michael Wong37
54Dental Medicine Providers37
55Onsite Dental37
56Foster City Dental Care: Falsafi Zahra DDS33
57Peninsula Dental Group33
58Samaritan House Free Clinic33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in San Mateo

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 San Mateo's 58 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in San Mateo

How much does a root canal cost in San Mateo?

Typical ranges in USD for San Mateo, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does a root canal cost in San Mateo?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Front tooth (anterior)$980–$1,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Premolar (bicuspid)$1,100–$1,700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Molar$1,400–$1,950DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Retreatment of a previous root canal$1,550–$2,350DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—

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

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 San Mateo root canal dentists

We scored 58 San Mateo clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 5 were excluded (5 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 San Mateo 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 San Mateo: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in San Mateo?

Laurel Dental San Mateo ranks #1 of 58 San Mateo clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Hiroyuki Arima, DMD 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 San Mateo, CA?

A root canal in San Mateo typically costs $980–$1,960 USD. By type: front tooth (anterior) $980–$1,450; premolar (bicuspid) $1,100–$1,700; molar $1,400–$1,950. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in San Mateo do root canals?

Yes. None of the 58 San Mateo 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 California?

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 San Mateo root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

18 of 58 San Mateo clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Blue Rock Dental, B. Jeffrey Kay, DDS and Dr. Paul C. Hui, DDS. 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 San Mateo?

58 San Mateo clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 18 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for San Mateo

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 88 clinics.
  2. : 5 duplicate listings merged.

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