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Best Root Canal Dentists in Wellesley, MA (2026)

4 clinics offering root canals, rankedUpdated 3 endodontists0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Centre Endodontics, ranked #1 of 4 by service score; an endodontist on staff, 5.0★ from 265 Google reviews, 5 of 20 collected reviews mention root canals.

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    Best specialist (endodontist): Wellesley Dental Arts - Washington Street, an endodontist on staff, 4.8★ from 295 Google reviews, evening hours.

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4 Wellesley clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 3 list an endodontist and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them.

Top 4 root canal dentists in Wellesley at a glance

Top 4 root canal dentists in Wellesley at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning root canal
1Centre Endodontics82Yes (endodontist)5.0★ (265)5
2Wellesley Dental Arts - Washington Street70Yes (endodontist)4.8★ (295)—
3Wellesley Oral Surgery and Implant Center37———
4Pappas Pamela DDS21Yes (endodontist)——

The 4 best root canal dentists in Wellesley, 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.

  3. #3 Wellesley Oral Surgery and Implant Center

    486 Washington St, Wellesley, MA 02482

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for root canals in Wellesley 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–Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 8 AM–3 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Wellesley Oral Surgery and Implant CenterFull profile(781) 235-5225

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Wellesley

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.

3 of Wellesley's 4 clinics offering root canals have an endodontist on staff. See endodontists in Wellesley

How much does a root canal cost in Wellesley?

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

How much does a root canal cost in Wellesley?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Front tooth (anterior)$950–$1,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Premolar (bicuspid)$1,100–$1,600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Molar$1,350–$1,900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—
Retreatment of a previous root canal$1,500–$2,250DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts—

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

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 Wellesley root canal dentists

We scored 4 Wellesley clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Wellesley 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 Wellesley: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in Wellesley?

Centre Endodontics ranks #1 of 4 Wellesley clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has an endodontist on staff and 5.0★ from 265 Google reviews. Wellesley Dental Arts - Washington Street ranks #2 (an endodontist on staff). 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 Wellesley, MA?

A root canal in Wellesley typically costs $945–$1,890 USD. By type: front tooth (anterior) $950–$1,400; premolar (bicuspid) $1,100–$1,600; molar $1,350–$1,900. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Massachusetts. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Wellesley do root canals?

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

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 Wellesley?

4 Wellesley clinics list root canals in our data. 3 of them list an endodontist on staff. They include Centre Endodontics and Wellesley Dental Arts - Washington Street. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Wellesley

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 35 clinics.

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