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Best Root Canal Dentists in South San Francisco, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Rapid Dental Help, ranked #1 of 50 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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50 South San Francisco clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 18 open Saturdays. 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 South San Francisco at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in South San Francisco at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSame-day
1Rapid Dental Help82Yes
2Dr. Suhair Hanhan, DDS73—
3John B. Dell, DDS73—
4Kimberly A. Liao, DDS73—
5Onsite Dental73—
6Philip K. Choi, DDS - South San Francisco Dental Care73—
7A+ Dental Center67—
8Andrew Dela Rama67—
9DentiCare67—
10Dr. Leila Legaspi-Odulio, DMD67—

The 50 best root canal dentists in South San Francisco, 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. Ranked #1 for root canal in South San Francisco

    #1 Rapid Dental Help

    233 S Maple Ave Unit 18, South San Francisco, CA 94080, United States

    82/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for root canals in South San Francisco: emergency visits and evening hours.

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

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Rapid Dental HelpFull profile(650) 487-8209

  3. #3 John B. Dell, DDS

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for root canals in South San Francisco 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

    Book appointment at John B. Dell, DDSFull profile
    In their words

    Whether your dental-care needs are as simple as a routine cleaning or more complex, at the practice of John B. Dell, DDS, we are here to help you achieve a healthier smile. Located in South San Francisco, CA, we work with families across the Bay Area, providing friendly, gentle dental services that even more anxious patients will enjoy. Through the use of state of the art technology, we are able to detect problem areas in their early stages. Dr. Dell has been providing…

    From John B. Dell, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  6. #6 Philip K. Choi, DDS - South San Francisco Dental Care

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for root canals in South San Francisco 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

    Book appointment at Philip K. Choi, DDS - South San Francisco Dental CareFull profile
    In their words

    Dentistry is our profession, but service is our passion. You can rely on us for same day emergency care, 5-star rated dentists and specialists for all ages, flexible payment options and a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Find out if we are currently accepting new patients. Contact us today!

    From Philip K. Choi, DDS - South San Francisco Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Hanhan Dental

    100 McLellan Drive Suite 110, South San Francisco, CA 94080, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for root canals in South San Francisco: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Hanhan DentalFull profile(650) 871-5217
    In their words

    It is our mission to exceed expectations by providing exceptional dental care to our patients and at the same time, building relationships of trust with them. We are passionate about what we do and we want our patients to feel confident that they will receive the best care dentistry has to offer. Our philosophy is based on the concept of providing our patients with “a comprehensive plan for ideal dental health.” This treatment philosophy lets us look at your long-term dental…

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

  22. #22 Dela Rama Dental - South San Francisco

    3540 Callan Blvd #201, South San Francisco, CA 94080

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for root canals in South San Francisco: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dela Rama Dental - South San FranciscoFull profile(650) 878-0651
    In their words

    General dentistry for the entire family. Our office opened in 1980 in Daly City, and we relocated here in 2016. We offer a full range of general dentistry and orthodontic services. When you’re our patient, everything we do is about you. Your comfort, concerns, and care goals are our top concerns. Our doctors will actively listen to you: they want to know your smile dreams, and about your concerns, too. By listening with respect and compassion, and by establishing open lines…

    From Dela Rama Dental - South San Francisco's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Grand Dental Care - Sonny M. Phang, Dentist in South San Francisco

    500 Grand Ave, South San Francisco, CA 94080

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for root canals in South San Francisco: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–6:30 PM · Wed–Thu 12 PM–3 PM · Fri 10 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Grand Dental Care - Sonny M. Phang, Dentist in South San FranciscoFull profile(650) 794-0971
    In their words

    At Grand Dental Care, we understand the importance of having a dental practice that provides you with exceptional care. Our staff is committed to serving each and every patient with attentive care and impeccable dental work. As one of our patients, you deserve nothing less. Our practice provides general dentistry services including the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide variety of conditions and diseases that affect your teeth, gums, and oral health. We Are…

    From Grand Dental Care - Sonny M. Phang, Dentist in South San Francisco's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Salazar Jr Jose J DDS

    2400 Westborough Blvd # 102, South San Francisco, CA 94080

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for root canals in South San Francisco: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue closed · Wed–Sat 10 AM–7:10 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Salazar Jr Jose J DDSFull profile(650) 871-4234

  25. #25 Kelvin C. Choi, DDS - South San Francisco Dental Care

    2400 Westborough Blvd #205, South San Francisco, CA 94080, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Kelvin C. Choi, DDS - South San Francisco Dental CareFull profile(650) 273-4323
    In their words

    Dentistry is our profession, but service is our passion. You can rely on us for same day emergency care, 5-star rated dentists and specialists for all ages, flexible payment options and a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Find out if we are currently accepting new patients. Contact us today!

    From Kelvin C. Choi, DDS - South San Francisco Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 50 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Erin Shah DDS - South San Francisco Dental Care47Sat
27South San Francisco Dental Care47Sat
28Trinity Dental Care47Sat
29Camino Dental Care47Sat
30Southbay Dental Center II & Orthodontics47Sat
31Kevin Tom DDS47Evenings
32Tanega Dental47Sat
33Gellert Dental Office47Sat
34Vista Dental Care47Evenings
35Miranda Noel S DMD43Sat
36Dr. Generoso Quijano Jr, DMD43Sat
37South City Smile43Sat
38Pure Smile Dental Group43Sat
39Chompers Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics37
40Dr. Lance H. Nakamitsu Dion Health37
41Vaksman Dental Group - South San Francisco37
42South City Pediatric Dentistry37
43Sonia R. Mendez, DDS37
44Dr. Hanhan Dental Office37
45South San Francisco Heart Dentistry37
46Mark A. Barradas, DDS37
47Westborough Dental Care: Kristina Zoulas, DDS37
48South City Dental Care37
49Fog City Dental37
50Union Dental Sf33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in South San Francisco

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 San Francisco's 50 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in South San Francisco

How much does a root canal cost in South San Francisco?

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

How much does a root canal cost in South San Francisco?
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 South San Francisco

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 San Francisco root canal dentists

We scored 50 South San Francisco clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 7 were excluded (7 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 South San Francisco 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 San Francisco: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in South San Francisco?

Rapid Dental Help ranks #1 of 50 South San Francisco clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Dr. Suhair Hanhan, DDS 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 South San Francisco, CA?

A root canal in South San Francisco 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 South San Francisco do root canals?

Yes. None of the 50 South San Francisco 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.

Which South San Francisco clinics offer same-day root canals?

1 of 50 South San Francisco clinics offering root canals lists same-day or emergency appointments, led by Rapid Dental Help. 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 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 South San Francisco root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

18 of 50 South San Francisco clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including Rapid Dental Help, San Bruno Dental Center and Hanhan 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 San Francisco?

50 South San Francisco 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 South San Francisco

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 53 clinics.
  2. : 7 duplicate listings merged.

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