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5 Best Endodontists in Johannesburg (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Elara Kestrel
By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

Root canal pain in Johannesburg does not wait for office hours to ease off. The endodontists in Johannesburg on this page carry ratings between 4.9 and a perfect 5, and between them they've logged nearly 2,400 Google reviews, so the real decision is less about who's good and more about which practice fits your specific procedure.

Short answer: Dental Matters in Melrose Estate leads with a perfect 5 stars across 924 reviews, the largest and highest-rated name here. Cahi Dental Practice in Parktown North and Joburg Dental in Norwood both also hold perfect 5-star averages on hundreds of reviews. Costs depend heavily on the tooth and complexity of the case, so get a written quote before treatment.
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Johannesburg's endodontic care, side by side

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Dental Matters 5.0 924 Overall / general and root canal care View ›
2 Cahi Dental Practice 5.0 430 Long-standing patients and detailed treatment plans View ›
3 Thinc Sandton | Aesthetic Dentist in Sandton 4.9 359 Premium aesthetic dentistry View ›
4 Joburg Dental -Periodontist- Dr Rakesh Chandran 5.0 317 Periodontal and implant care View ›
5 The Thinc Clinic | Aesthetic Dentist in Rosebank 4.9 355 Family and cosmetic dentistry in Rosebank View ›
5 Best Endodontists in Johannesburg (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Dental Matters logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Dental Matters

5.0924 Google reviews

Dental Matters, run by Dr. Faraaz Mathir in Melrose Estate, covers general, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry, including root canal therapy, fillings, crowns, and bridges, plus minor oral surgery and orthodontics. Dr. Mathir studied at Wits University and has taken further training in implantology and endodontics, per the practice's own site. Reviewers describe root canal procedures done without pain and note the practice accommodates medical aid.

What people praise

  • Root canal reviewers specifically mention no pain during treatment
  • Follow-up calls after treatment to check on recovery
  • Accepts medical aid and reviewers call pricing affordable
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating5 / 5
Review volume924 · 98th
Confidencevery high
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown99% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A perfect 5 stars across 924 reviews is the strongest combination of rating and volume on this page, and it's the clear top pick.

47 Glenhove Rd, Melrose Estate, Johannesburg, 2196

Cahi Dental Practice logo
#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Cahi Dental Practice

5.0430 Google reviews

Cahi Dental Practice sits in Parktown North, having previously operated in Sandton. Reviewers describe general dentistry along with more involved restorative work, crediting Dr. Norman and Dr. Cahi for taking time to walk patients through treatment plans before starting. Several reviewers say they've followed the practice across its move from Sandton.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe treatment plans explained step by step before starting
  • Long-term patients who've followed the practice across a relocation
  • Staff remember returning patients by name, per reviewers
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating5 / 5
Review volume430 · 93th
Confidencehigh
Recency12 days ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown98% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: 5 stars on 430 reviews, with a notably loyal patient base that followed the practice through a location change.

25 3rd Ave, Parktown North, Randburg, 2193

Thinc Sandton | Aesthetic Dentist in Sandton logo
#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Thinc Sandton | Aesthetic Dentist in Sandton

4.9359 Google reviews

Thinc Sandton is temporarily consolidated into the group's Rosebank flagship during a renovation, per its own site, and focuses on cosmetic dentistry, veneers, and smile makeovers alongside general care. Reviewers name Dr. Carmen Thole, Dr. Shamima Mohammed, and the practice's broader clinical team for crowns and cosmetic work. One reviewer raised a concern about a departed dentist's reviews remaining attached to the practice, worth asking about if you're trying to reach a specific doctor.

What people praise

  • In-house digital crown design mentioned by reviewers
  • Reviewers describe a calm, premium clinic environment
  • Handles complex cases like general anesthesia for children, per reviewers

Worth knowing

  • Currently operating out of the Rosebank location during renovation, not Sandton itself
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume359 · 88th
Confidencehigh
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown97% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: 4.9 stars on 359 reviews, with reviewers consistently praising the technology and the clarity of explanations during treatment.

11 Selby Rd, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2193

Joburg Dental -Periodontist- Dr Rakesh Chandran logo
#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Joburg Dental -Periodontist- Dr Rakesh Chandran

5.0317 Google reviews

Joburg Dental in Norwood is led by Dr. Rakesh Chandran, whose own site describes the practice as focused specifically on gum disease treatment and dental implants, including full-mouth implant work. Reviewers consistently describe detailed explanations of treatment options and a team willing to answer extensive questions before proceeding. The practice's site explains that periodontists complete additional postgraduate training beyond dental school.

What people praise

  • Explicit specialism in periodontal and implant care, not general dentistry
  • Reviewers describe thorough, unhurried consultations
  • Staff accommodate patient comfort preferences during procedures, per reviewers
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating5 / 5
Review volume317 · 78th
Confidencehigh
Recency13 days ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown98% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A perfect 5 stars on 317 reviews, and the clearest specialist focus of the group for gum and implant-related work.

127 Ivy Rd, Norwood, Johannesburg, 2192

The Thinc Clinic | Aesthetic Dentist in Rosebank logo
#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

The Thinc Clinic | Aesthetic Dentist in Rosebank

4.9355 Google reviews

The Thinc Clinic in Rosebank is the group's flagship location, offering cosmetic, general, implant, and pediatric dentistry. Reviewers name several dentists across the practice, including Dr. Jayden Hanan and Dr. Cristina, for fillings, whitening, and cosmetic repairs, and describe procedures as comfortable even for patients typically anxious about dental work.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe painless procedures even for anxious patients
  • Flexible scheduling that accommodates tight schedules, per reviewers
  • Handles both adult and pediatric cases
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume355 · 83th
Confidencehigh
Recency8 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown95% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: 4.9 stars on 355 reviews rounds out a page where every name sits within a tenth of a star of a perfect score.

28 Bolton Rd, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2193

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Health information disclaimer: This directory is informational only and not medical advice. Rankings reflect publicly available Google ratings and review volume, not clinical outcomes. Verify any practitioner’s credentials and registration with the relevant medical board before booking.

How we score

Rating is the practice’s live Google average. Review volume measures how many patients actually left a review, ranked against the others on this page. Confidence blends the two, so a high rating on a handful of reviews scores lower than the same rating backed by hundreds. Recency checks how recently people are still reviewing. No practice can pay to change any of these numbers.

How much does a root canal cost in Johannesburg? (2026)

Root canal and endodontic treatment pricing in Johannesburg depends on the tooth involved, whether it’s a first treatment or a retreatment, and your medical aid cover. None of these practices publish a fixed public price list we can cite directly, so ask for a written estimate, and confirm what your medical aid will cover, before treatment starts.

Serving all of Johannesburg

These practices cover Melrose Estate, Parktown North, Rosebank, Sandton, and Norwood, which between them reach most of northern Johannesburg’s residential and business districts. If you’re searching for an endodontist near me in Johannesburg, any of these are within a short drive of the others.

What to ask before a root canal

  • Is this practice treating me with a specialist endodontist or a general dentist?
  • What does medical aid cover for this specific procedure?
  • How many visits will the full treatment take?
  • What sedation options are available if I’m anxious about the procedure?
  • What happens if the tooth needs a retreatment later?
  • Can I get a written cost estimate before the first appointment?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these practices?

We pulled every dental practice in Johannesburg offering endodontic or related specialist care with a meaningful public Google presence, then ranked by a mix of rating, review volume, and how recently people are still reviewing.

How often is this updated?

This page was last verified in July 2026 against live Google data, and we refresh it periodically as ratings and review counts change.

Do I need a referral to see an endodontist?

No referral is required. You can book directly, though your general dentist may recommend one of these practices for a specific procedure.

Should I choose based on rating alone?

Rating matters, but review volume tells you how tested that rating is. A perfect 5 on 924 reviews carries more weight than the same score on 61.

The bottom line

Dental Matters in Melrose Estate is the safe default, with the deepest review history at a perfect rating. If gum disease or implant work is specifically what you need, Joburg Dental’s dedicated periodontal focus is worth the drive to Norwood.

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