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Best Root Canal Dentists in South Salt Lake, UT (2026)

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

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    Best overall for root canals: Dr. Michael Young, ranked #1 of 4 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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4 South Salt Lake clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays. 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 South Salt Lake at a glance

Top 4 root canal dentists in South Salt Lake at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Michael Young67
2Main Street Dental47
3Family Dental Care37
4Alpenglow Dental33

The 4 best root canal dentists in South Salt Lake, 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. #3 Family Dental Care

    2500 State St Suite 404, South Salt Lake, UT 84115

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for root canals in South Salt Lake 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–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #4 Alpenglow Dental

    2150 S Main St, South Salt Lake, UT 84115, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for root canals in South Salt Lake 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 8 AM–4 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu closed · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    When you visit Alpenglow Dental, your smile is our top priority. Our entire team of doctors is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle care that you deserve. Our commitment to serving our patients includes providing information, helping them to make more informed decisions about their oral health needs. We use state-of-the-art technology that will result in a beautiful and healthy smile that you will be proud of. Our superior oral care is personalized for…

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

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Emergency and weekend dentists in South Salt Lake

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 South Salt Lake's 4 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in South Salt Lake

How much does a root canal cost in South Salt Lake?

Typical ranges in USD for South Salt Lake, UT. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

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

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

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 South Salt Lake root canal dentists

We scored 4 South Salt Lake 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 South Salt Lake 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 South Salt Lake: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in South Salt Lake?

Dr. Michael Young ranks #1 of 4 South Salt Lake clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Main Street Dental ranks #2 (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 South Salt Lake, UT?

A root canal in South Salt Lake 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 Utah. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in South Salt Lake do root canals?

Yes. None of the 4 South Salt Lake 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 Utah?

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 South Salt Lake root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 4 South Salt Lake clinics offering root canals lists Saturday hours, including Main Street Dental. 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 South Salt Lake?

4 South Salt Lake clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for South Salt Lake

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