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Best Root Canal Dentists in West Springfield, MA (2026)

11 clinics offering root canals, rankedUpdated 1 endodontist0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for root canals: Western Mass Endodontics in West Springfield, MA, ranked #1 of 11 by service score; an endodontist on staff, 4.8★ from 359 Google reviews, 11 of 20 collected reviews mention root canals.

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11 West Springfield clinics list root canals and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an endodontist and 1 opens Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 root canal dentists in West Springfield at a glance

Top 10 root canal dentists in West Springfield at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning root canal
1Western Mass Endodontics in West Springfield, MA80Yes (endodontist)4.8★ (359)11
2Tufts Dental Facilities73———
3Riverside Dental47———
4Dental-West, LLC47———
5Baystate Dental of West Springfield43———
6Aspen Dental43———
7Drs. Mackler, Siurek and Associates37———
8Elm Family Dentistry37———
9Riverdale DENTAL37———
10Bouchard Dental37———

The 11 best root canal dentists in West Springfield, 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. #4 Dental-West, LLC

    171 Park Ave ste 102, West Springfield, MA 01089

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for root canals in West Springfield: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:15 AM–6 PM · Tue 8:15 AM–5 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8:15 AM–5 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #5 Baystate Dental of West Springfield

    93 Van Deene Ave, West Springfield, MA 01089

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for root canals in West Springfield: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 7:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 7:30 AM–7 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Baystate Dental of West Springfield, we’re committed to offering patients high-quality dental care in a welcoming atmosphere. Our skilled dentists and team members have served the West Springfield area for more than 30 years. All of our dental services are performed at our convenient local dentist office, so you’ll never have to travel to multiple locations to receive the care you need. Our family dental center welcomes adults and children over the age of six months.

    From Baystate Dental of West Springfield's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #6 Aspen Dental

    935 Riverdale St, West Springfield, MA 01089

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for root canals in West Springfield: evening hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Aspen Dental in West Springfield,MA offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care…

    From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #7 Drs. Mackler, Siurek and Associates

    46 Daggett Dr, West Springfield, MA 01089

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for root canals in West Springfield 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 8 AM–6 PM · Tue–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #8 Elm Family Dentistry

    1284 Elm St, West Springfield, MA 01089

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for root canals in West Springfield 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 7:45 AM–5 PM · Tue 7:45 AM–5:45 PM · Wed–Thu 7:45 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:45 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Elm Family Dentistry is a full-service dental practice, offering general dentistry services ranging from simple dental check-ups and teeth cleanings to bridges, crowns, implants and extractions, as well as cosmetic dentistry services, including teeth whitening. Our gentle, expert dentists, Cole Archambault DMD, and Betsy Boig Larkum DMD are both graduates of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, and have decades of experience caring for the dental needs of Western…

    From Elm Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #9 Riverdale DENTAL

    1073 Riverdale St, West Springfield, MA 01089

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #9 for root canals in West Springfield 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 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We are Gentle!! In our experience we have seen how rewarding, getting a smile back on our patient’s face can be! We do not judge whatever your case my be, we do our best to bring that smile you deserve. We are more exited and actually look foreword to help our patients where we can make a huge impact. The best part of our day is the go through the before and after scenarios and feel the happiness in the voices. We have the latest technology and equipment. We have CEREC! We…

    From Riverdale DENTAL's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  7. #10 Bouchard Dental

    103 Van Deene Ave, West Springfield, MA 01089

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #10 for root canals in West Springfield 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 7:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    About Bouchard Dental Our dental team is happy to welcome you to our practice in West Springfield, Massachusetts. Because your dental health is our top priority, we strive to provide you with the highest quality dental care. We keep abreast of new dental techniques and continually improve our professional skills and judgment. Most importantly, we are sensitive to our patients' feelings and encourage open communication about dental care. On your first visit with us, we listen…

    From Bouchard Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  8. #11 Co Janice Y DDS

    180 Westfield St SUITE C, West Springfield, MA 01089, United States

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #11 for root canals in West Springfield 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–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

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Emergency and weekend dentists in West Springfield

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 West Springfield's 11 clinics offering root canals has an endodontist on staff. See endodontists in West Springfield

How much does a root canal cost in West Springfield?

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

How much does a root canal cost in West Springfield?
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 West Springfield

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 West Springfield root canal dentists

We scored 11 West Springfield clinics offering root canals on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 duplicate listings). 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 West Springfield 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 West Springfield: frequently asked questions

Who is the best root canal dentist in West Springfield?

Western Mass Endodontics in West Springfield, MA ranks #1 of 11 West Springfield clinics offering root canals by DentistsRanked service score. It has an endodontist on staff and 4.8★ from 359 Google reviews. Tufts Dental Facilities 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 West Springfield, MA?

A root canal in West Springfield 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 West Springfield do root canals?

Yes. 10 of the 11 West Springfield 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 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.

Which West Springfield root canal dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 11 West Springfield clinics offering root canals lists Saturday hours, including Dental-West, LLC. 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 West Springfield?

11 West Springfield clinics list root canals in our data. 1 of them lists an endodontist on staff. They include Western Mass Endodontics in West Springfield, MA. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for West Springfield

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 19 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.