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Best Root Canal Dentists in Sumter, SC (2026)

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    Best overall for root canals: Dental Team of Sumter, ranked #1 of 47 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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47 Sumter clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 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 Sumter at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in Sumter at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dental Team of Sumter73
2Emergency Dental73
3Brunson Debra67
4Carolina Dental Associates67
5Dailey Jr James D DDS67
6Dharaben Gajjar67
7Dr. Allison A. Reeves, DMD67
8Dr. Catherine Zybak67
9Dr. Cynthia Baldwin67
10Dr. Katherine Leblanc67

The 47 best root canal dentists in Sumter, 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 Sumter

    #1 Dental Team of Sumter

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for root canals in Sumter 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 Dental Team of SumterFull profile
    In their words

    Welcome to the Dental Team of Sumter! We are dedicated to providing top-quality oral health care in a fun, family-friendly, Christian environment. Dr. Capers Lee truly enjoys working with all our patients. Their comfort and satisfaction are our top priority, which is why we do our best to make every dental experience pain-free. We take great pride in the treatments we provide and the bright smiles we create!

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

  2. #2 Emergency Dental

    5155 Patriot Pkwy, Sumter, SC 29154

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for root canals in Sumter 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 Emergency DentalFull profile(803) 674-8626
    In their words

    We look forward to serve you as your dental office. We promise to provide the highest level of quality care. You can count on us for services such as general dentistry, emergency care, pediatric and family dental care as well as denture repair services. We expect all visitors to make an appointment and are not able to accept no call patients at this time. Dial us at the right time for you because we always answer our telephones, night or day even on the weekends.

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

  25. #25 Thomas Pare

    1257 Broad St, Sumter, SC 29150, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for root canals in Sumter: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Thomas PareFull profile(803) 773-1355
    In their words

    Thomas Pare practices in Sumter, SC for Aspen Dental. With years of valuable dental experience, Thomas Pare and the rest of the Aspen Dental team are proud to offer services like dentures, gum diseases, root canals, crowns, and bridges with the best lab technicians. To see a dentist near you book online or call anytime Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. We are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and…

    From Thomas Pare's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 47 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #47, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Dr. Gregory A. Wheeler, DMD43Evenings
27Wheeler Gregory A DDS43Evenings
28Epps Thomas W37
29Creston Dental37
30Dr. Timothy E. Garrity, DMD37
31Ray Family & Cosmetic Dentistry37
32David M Van Patten, DMD37
33Dr. Marshall L. Wallace, DMD, MHS37
34Sunshine Dental37
35Thaddeus H Vincent, Jr. DMD37
36Liberty Street Dental Center37
37Sumter Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery37
38Restorative Arts Dental, P.A.37
39Advanced Sumter Dentistry37
40Aesthetic Dental Arts33
41Voronina Anastasia V DDS33
42Aspen Dental33
43Palmetto Family and Cosmetic Dentistry33
44Palmetto Family and Cosmetic Dentistry33
45William N. Coulter, DMD33
46New Horizons Dental Center33
47Dr. James K. Rabon, DMD33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Sumter

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 Sumter's 47 clinics offering root canals list an endodontist on staff in our data yet. See endodontists in Sumter

How much does a root canal cost in Sumter?

Typical ranges in USD for Sumter, SC. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

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

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

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 Sumter root canal dentists

We scored 47 Sumter 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 Sumter 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 Sumter: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Sumter?

Dental Team of Sumter ranks #1 of 47 Sumter clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. Emergency Dental 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 Sumter, SC?

A root canal in Sumter 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 South Carolina. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Sumter do root canals?

Yes. None of the 47 Sumter 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 South Carolina?

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.

How many dentists offer root canals in Sumter?

47 Sumter clinics list root canals in our data. 0 of them list an endodontist on staff. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Sumter

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 49 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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