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Best Root Canal Dentists in St John, IN (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: St. John Dental Assistant School-Wicker Avenue, ranked #1 of 10 by service score; evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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10 St John clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays and 4 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 St John at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in St John at a glance
RankClinicService score
1St. John Dental Assistant School-Wicker Avenue67
2Dr. Rachel M. Dunlop, DDS67
3Dr. Stephen Fugaj67
4John E Steinmueller Inc67
5St.John Dental Group Jennifer J Fontaine,DDS67
6St. John Dental Group - Jennifer J. Fontaine, DDS47
7McCarroll Dental47
8St John Smiles47
9Creating Smiles, PC37
10Jennifer J. Fontaine, DDS - Fontaine Dental Group37

The 10 best root canal dentists in St John, 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 St John

    #1 St. John Dental Assistant School-Wicker Avenue

    9270 Wicker Ave, St John, IN 46373

    67/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for root canals in St John: evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at St. John Dental Assistant School-Wicker AvenueFull profile(219) 245-7762
    In their words

    St John Dental Assistant School offers a high-quality, hands-on education that is both affordable and convenient to students from all walks of life. We teach the fundamental skills of dental assisting through hands-on training in real-life dental practices. Our unique program allows us to offer comprehensive training at a fraction of the cost of other schools. Our students can finish their education and start new careers without a crippling amount of student loan debt.

    From St. John Dental Assistant School-Wicker Avenue's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  6. #6 St. John Dental Group - Jennifer J. Fontaine, DDS

    10895 Park Pl, St John, IN 46373

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for root canals in St John: evening hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at St. John Dental Group - Jennifer J. Fontaine, DDSFull profile(219) 365-7773

  8. #8 St John Smiles

    9486 Wicker Ave, St John, IN 46373

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for root canals in St John: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 12 PM–8 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at St John SmilesFull profile(219) 232-8956
    In their words

    At St John Smiles in St John, Indiana, we want to transform your dental experience, making you as comfortable, informed, and satisfied as possible. We even offer painless anesthesia and painless dentistry with DentalVibe, turning that old fear of going to the dentist into a thing of the past.

    From St John Smiles's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  9. #9 Creating Smiles, PC

    8217 Wicker Ave, St John, IN 46373

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for root canals in St John 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 7 AM–3 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Creating Smiles, PCFull profile(219) 322-9920

  10. #10 Jennifer J. Fontaine, DDS - Fontaine Dental Group

    10895 Park Place, St John, IN 46373

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for root canals in St John 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 1 PM–6 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Jennifer J. Fontaine, DDS - Fontaine Dental GroupFull profile(219) 365-7773
    In their words

    We offer a range of dental services for the entire family such as: routine cleanings, implants, dentures, emergencies, pediatric care, and more. When you work with a dentist from one of our offices, you’ll see why so many people recommend and rely on our dental care. If you have any questions, feel free to call either of our offices located in Crown Point, and St. John Indiana. Check out our website to learn more.

    From Jennifer J. Fontaine, DDS - Fontaine Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Emergency and weekend dentists in St John

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 St John's 10 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in St John

How much does a root canal cost in St John?

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

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

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

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 John root canal dentists

We scored 10 St John clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 St John 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 St John: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in St John?

St. John Dental Assistant School-Wicker Avenue ranks #1 of 10 St John clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours. Dr. Rachel M. Dunlop, 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 St John, IN?

A root canal in St John 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 Indiana. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in St John do root canals?

Yes. None of the 10 St John 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 Indiana?

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 John root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 10 St John clinics offering root canals lists Saturday hours, including St. John Dental Assistant School-Wicker Avenue. 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 John?

10 St John 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 St John

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 12 clinics.

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