Top 10 Root Canal Treatment in Bakersfield California

Compare Bakersfield-area clinics on reviews, service fit, insurance, and booking convenience.

Reviewed August 13, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 20266 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank

Quick Answer

Which clinic looks strongest at a glance?

We prioritize local relevance, review strength, service breadth, access, price clarity, and patient experience signals.

At A Glance

  • Valley Grace Dental is the strongest overall starting point in Bakersfield if you want a dependable option for dental implants.
  • Brimhall Dental Group has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.
  • Five Star Dentistry Bakersfield is one of the clearest places to start if insurance fit matters before you book.

Quick Summary

6 clinics scored on this page

90.4

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Smyleee Ratings are editorial signals based on reviews, quality of care, and patient feedback. Close scores should be treated as broadly comparable.

Root Canal Treatment Costs in Bakersfield, California (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Root canal consultation + X-ray$75 – $250
Root canal (anterior / front tooth)$776 – $1,200
Root canal (premolar)$757 – $1,400
Root canal (molar)$1,030 – $1,800
Root canal retreatment$1,130 – $2,000
Post and core buildup$250 – $650
Dental crown after root canal (porcelain)$1,000 – $1,800
Apicoectomy (surgical root end procedure)$900 – $1,800
Nitrous oxide sedation$75 – $200
Temporary filling$75 – $300

Prices verified Aug 13, 2026

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Top Clinics in Bakersfield Proper

Only clinics physically located in Bakersfield appear in this primary ranking.

1

Valley Grace Dental

4.8(707)·7.1 km from Bakersfield Downtown
90Smyleee

100, 3115, Latte Lane, Bakersfield, California

Open until 5 PM

Documented for dental implants in Bakersfield, with root canal treatment on the service list and 22 procedures on file.

More about root canal treatment at this clinic

Patients can receive fillings, crowns, root canal treatment, extractions, bone grafting, full mouth rehabilitation, and dentures.

Services:Root Canal TreatmentChildren / Pediatric DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental Cleaning+18 more
Offers Root Canal TreatmentSmyleee 90/1004.8★ · 707 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forRoot Canal Treatment
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Root Canal Treatment, 4.8★ Google rating across 707 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 90/100.
Stands outOffers Root Canal Treatment · Smyleee 90/100 · 4.8★ · 707 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published22 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
2

Five Star Dentistry Bakersfield

4.9(217)·4.8 km from Bakersfield Downtown
92Smyleee

4470, Ming Avenue, Bakersfield, California

Open until 5 PM

Dental Implants focus in Bakersfield, with root canal treatment listed among 17 documented services.

More about root canal treatment at this clinic

Restorative services include dental implants, root canal treatment, extractions, bone grafting, and wisdom teeth removal.

Services:Root Canal TreatmentBone GraftingBracesCosmetic Dentistry+13 more
Offers Root Canal TreatmentSmyleee 92/1004.9★ · 217 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forRoot Canal Treatment
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Root Canal Treatment, 4.9★ Google rating across 217 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outOffers Root Canal Treatment · Smyleee 92/100 · 4.9★ · 217 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published17 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 10, 2026
3

Berry Family Dentistry

5.0(211)·8.9 km from Bakersfield Downtown
89Smyleee

255, 500, Old River Road, Bakersfield, California

Open until 3 PM

Bakersfield clinic with a dental implants specialty — Root Canal Treatment is on file among 15 procedures.

More about root canal treatment at this clinic

Restorative services include dental implants, dentures, root canal treatment, oral surgery, and gum disease treatment.

Services:Root Canal TreatmentAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Cleaning+11 more
Offers Root Canal TreatmentSmyleee 89/1005.0★ · 211 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forRoot Canal Treatment
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Root Canal Treatment, 5.0★ Google rating across 211 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 89/100.
Stands outOffers Root Canal Treatment · Smyleee 89/100 · 5.0★ · 211 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published15 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 10, 2026
4

Bright Dental Care Bakersfield

4.8(177)·8.2 km from Bakersfield Downtown
90Smyleee

400, 1120, Calloway Drive, Fairway Oaks, Bakersfield, California

Closed · Opens today at 2 PM

Dental Implants is the documented focus in Bakersfield; Root Canal Treatment sits within 17 services on profile.

More about root canal treatment at this clinic

Restorative services include dental implants, crowns, root canal treatment, fillings, extractions, and wisdom teeth removal.

Services:Root Canal TreatmentAffordable Dental CareComprehensive Dental CareCosmetic Dentistry+13 more
Offers Root Canal TreatmentSmyleee 90/1004.8★ · 177 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forRoot Canal Treatment
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Root Canal Treatment, 4.8★ Google rating across 177 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 90/100.
Stands outOffers Root Canal Treatment · Smyleee 90/100 · 4.8★ · 177 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published17 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
5

Brimhall Dental Group

4.8(269)·6.9 km from Bakersfield Downtown
88Smyleee

Ste 1100, 8307, Brimhall Road, Pheasant Run, Bakersfield, California

Open until 5:30 PM

Profile in Bakersfield flags dental implants; lists Root Canal Treatment alongside 28 other documented services.

More about root canal treatment at this clinic

The practice provides fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures, dental implants, bone grafting, root canal treatment, extractions, and full mouth rehabilitation.

Services:Root Canal TreatmentAffordable Dental CareBone GraftingBraces+25 more
Offers Root Canal TreatmentSmyleee 88/1004.8★ · 269 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forRoot Canal Treatment
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Root Canal Treatment, 4.8★ Google rating across 269 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 88/100.
Stands outOffers Root Canal Treatment · Smyleee 88/100 · 4.8★ · 269 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published29 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
6

SDDS Dental Bakersfield

4.8(71)·6.8 km from Bakersfield Downtown
85Smyleee

6663, Ming Avenue, Laurel Glen, Bakersfield, California

Open until 5 PM

Bakersfield practice known for dental implants, with Root Canal Treatment among 15 documented procedures.

More about root canal treatment at this clinic

Restorative services include dental crowns, dental implants, root canal treatment, extractions, and bone grafting as a preparatory step for implant placement.

Services:Root Canal TreatmentBone GraftingBruxismCosmetic Dentistry+11 more
Offers Root Canal TreatmentSmyleee 85/100
Why this ranks
Best forRoot Canal Treatment
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Root Canal Treatment, 71 verified Google reviews, and Smyleee Rating 85/100.
Stands outOffers Root Canal Treatment · Smyleee 85/100
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published15 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026

Side-by-Side Comparison

Hard signals for every root canal treatment provider on this list — no opinions, just verifiable data.

#ClinicSmyleeeGoogleWkndIns.Fin.Offers
Root Canal Treatment
1Valley Grace Dental904.8(707)
2Five Star Dentistry Bakersfield924.9(217)
3Berry Family Dentistry895.0(211)
4Bright Dental Care Bakersfield904.8(177)
5Brimhall Dental Group884.8(269)
6SDDS Dental Bakersfield854.8(71)

Smyleee Rating bands: 90+ Outstanding · 84–89 Excellent · 71–83 Very Good · 61–70 Good · below 61 Rated.

How to Choose a Dentist in Bakersfield, California

Use the ranking as a starting point, then narrow the shortlist based on the kind of care you actually need.

If you want routine or family care

Prioritize review consistency, insurance friendliness, practical hours, and a broad general-dentistry service mix over marketing language alone.

If urgency matters

Confirm same-day capacity, after-hours guidance, and whether the clinic handles urgent restorative work in-house or refers out.

If affordability matters most

Compare financing signals, insurance notes, and the local cost guide. A higher-ranked clinic is not automatically the best value for your specific treatment.

Questions to ask before booking

  • Do you accept my insurance or offer payment plans?
  • Are you taking new patients right now?
  • Do you handle my treatment in-house?
  • What is the total expected cost before treatment starts?
EditorialUpdated August 13, 2026Independently reviewed

Bakersfield has no shortage of dental providers — a quick search pulls up hundreds. The challenge isn't finding one, it's figuring out which ones actually deliver. We spent time reviewing patient outcomes, checking credentials, comparing pricing, and analyzing feedback from patients who've had root canal treatment work done across the Bakersfield metro area.

This is the short list. Ten providers in Bakersfield, California that consistently showed up in the data — not because they paid to be here, but because their patients keep coming back and referring others. If you're weighing options for root canal treatment in Bakersfield, start here.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud MallickBDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In Bakersfield, a root canal typically costs $75 – $250, based on Smyleee's August 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
A dental crown after root canal (porcelain) in Bakersfield typically ranges $1,000 – $1,800 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A root canal (anterior / front tooth) in Bakersfield typically ranges $776 – $1,200 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A root canal (premolar) in Bakersfield typically ranges $757 – $1,400 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Bakersfield root canal treatment clinics on a weighted score: verified patient reviews (30%), clinical credentials and expertise (20%), technology and equipment (15%), accessibility (15%), pricing transparency (10%), and patient experience (10%). The list is recomputed from current data and independently reviewed by Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS.
The ranking is recalculated on a rolling basis from current review and profile data and was last reviewed in August 2026. Clinics can move up or down as their underlying data changes.
Prioritise verified credentials and relevant training, modern equipment and sterilisation standards, a strong and recent review history, transparent pricing, and clear communication about treatment options. Confirm the clinic is taking new patients and offers root canal treatment before booking.
Many clinics in Bakersfield accept major dental insurance and offer financing such as in-house payment plans or third-party options like CareCredit for larger treatments. Coverage and financing vary by practice — confirm your plan is accepted and ask about phased or monthly payment options before treatment begins.

How We Vet Each Clinic

Every clinic on this list passes our verification process

  • License & standing verified — active California dental license confirmed with no disciplinary actions.
  • Patient review volume checked — minimum verified patient reviews across Google with a strong average rating.
  • Local presence confirmed — verified physical practice in the Bakersfield metro area with established patient base.
  • Technology & equipment assessed — modern dental technology and sterilization standards evaluated.
  • Transparent pricing reviewed — clear communication of costs, financing options, and insurance acceptance.

How We Scored the Best Clinics

Our transparent ranking methodology

Verified patient reviews & outcomes30%
Root Canal Treatment expertise & credentials20%
Technology investment & modern equipment15%
Accessibility (hours, location, scheduling ease)15%
Transparent pricing & financing options10%
Patient experience & comfort measures10%

How This Page Was Reviewed

We want this page to help users choose confidently, not just scroll a list.

Editorial checks

  • Locality and city fit
  • Review strength and rating consistency
  • Services, hours, insurance, and profile completeness
  • Paid placements kept separate from organic rankings

Transparency

  • Content updated: August 13, 2026
  • Ranking last recomputed: August 1, 2026
  • Medical reviewer: Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS
  • Clinic verification dates reflect the latest synced or modified profile timestamp
  • Organic rankings are algorithmic, sponsored rows are labeled
  • Clinics can move up or down when underlying data changes

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