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Best Root Canal Dentists in St James, NY (2026)

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    Best overall for root canals: Nancy Wilkens, DDS, ranked #1 of 4 by service score; an endodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, 5 of 17 collected reviews mention root canals.

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4 St James clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an endodontist and 2 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 4 root canal dentists in St James at a glance

Top 4 root canal dentists in St James at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning root canal
1Nancy Wilkens, DDS74Yes (endodontist)5.0★ (17)5
2North Country Dental Care57———
3St. James Dental Care47———
4Long Island Periodontist33———

The 4 best root canal dentists in St James, 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.

  2. #2 North Country Dental Care

    436 N Country Rd, St James, NY 11780

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for root canals in St James: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at North Country Dental CareFull profile(631) 584-5605
    In their words

    Dr. Thomas Vigliante & Dr. Gregory Skrapits are St James dentists that can create results that change how you look and feel! Whether you need a routine dental checkup, or dental implants, veneers, or any other cosmetic dentistry... our dental clinic offers a wide variety of procedures to uniquely fit your needs. Our friendly staff ensures your visit to the dentist is affordable and comfortable. If you are searching for a St. We invite you to call us at North Country Dental…

    From North Country Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  3. #3 St. James Dental Care

    587 Lake Ave, St James, NY 11780, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for root canals in St James: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at St. James Dental CareFull profile(631) 528-5189
    In their words

    St. James Dental Care has established a reputation of excellence by consistently providing outstanding state-of-the-art dental care to patients of all ages. Paramount to the success of our practice is the goal of building relationships based on trust with our patients. With a professional team that is recognized for their expert skills, as well as their attentive and compassionate demeanors, many patients choose our office to serve all of their family’s dental needs. As your…

    From St. James Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  4. #4 Long Island Periodontist

    447 Lake Ave, St James, NY 11780, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for root canals in St James 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–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Long Island PeriodontistFull profile(631) 584-4396

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Emergency and weekend dentists in St James

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.

1 of St James's 4 clinics offering root canals has an endodontist on staff. See endodontists in St James

How much does a root canal cost in St James?

Typical ranges in USD for St James, NY. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does a root canal cost in St James?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Front tooth (anterior)$1,000–$1,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Premolar (bicuspid)$1,150–$1,750DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Molar$1,450–$2,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—
Retreatment of a previous root canal$1,600–$2,450DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York—

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

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 St James root canal dentists

We scored 4 St James 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). 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 St James 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 St James: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in St James?

Nancy Wilkens, DDS ranks #1 of 4 St James clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has an endodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews. North Country Dental Care 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 St James, NY?

A root canal in St James typically costs $1,015–$2,030 USD. By type: front tooth (anterior) $1,000–$1,500; premolar (bicuspid) $1,150–$1,750; molar $1,450–$2,000. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New York. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in St James do root canals?

Yes. 3 of the 4 St James clinics offering root canals do not list an endodontist, so general dentists there typically provide it. 1 lists 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.

Is a root canal covered by insurance or Medicaid in New York?

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 St James root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

2 of 4 St James clinics offering root canals list Saturday hours, including North Country Dental Care and St. James Dental Care. 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 St James?

4 St James clinics list root canals in our data. 1 of them lists an endodontist on staff. They include Nancy Wilkens, DDS. 2 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for St James

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 10 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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