Cost of Root Canal Treatment

Cost of Root Canal Treatment

Many people assume that a root canal is an expensive and painful procedure, but they’re wrong on both counts! In fact, a root canal treatment doesn’t cause any pain or discomfort – to the patient or their wallet. 

When a root canal is required, it’s because an infection has formed in the root of your tooth. By performing a root canal treatment, your dentist can remove the infection, prevent it from spreading and repair the damage it’s caused. By doing so, the discomfort associated with the infection will be relieved and you’ll be pain-free.

However, the cost of dental work can be concerning. If you’re unsure how much a root canal is likely to cost, you may be tempted to delay treatment. Fortunately, we make it easy to budget for your root canal treatment in advance. 

Factors which impact the cost of a root canal treatment

The cost of a root canal varies depending on a number of factors. Before carrying out any treatment, your root canal dentist will explain exactly what’s required and discuss the cost of the procedure with you. To get an idea of what affects root canal cost, take a look at the factors listed below:

Location of the treatment

How much you’ll pay for a root canal will depend on which tooth is affected. Bicuspids and front teeth only have one canal, whereas your back teeth, or molars, can have up to three. Depending on how extensive the infection is, a root canal on your back tooth may actually require three canals to be repaired. Due to this, the root canal cost when your back teeth are affected tends to be a little higher.

Follow up Treatment

After the procedure has been performed, you may need to return for follow-up treatment. In some cases, this will simply be so your root canal dentist can check that the tooth is now infection-free. Alternatively, you may opt to have additional cosmetic work carried out. If the tooth, as well as the root, was decayed, for example, you may require a filling, crown or bridge. If so, this can add to the cost of your dental treatment. 

Emergency Consultation

If you visit your dentist as soon as you notice any discomfort, your root canal can be scheduled during office hours, which helps to minimize the cost involved. However, if you delay seeking treatment until you’re in a lot of pain and require an emergency appointment, this could increase the cost of your root canal. 

Reducing the Cost of a Root Canal

If you have dental insurance or a payment plan, you might find that some or all of your root canal costs are covered. Alternatively, you may choose to take out a dental finance plan to cover the cost of the treatment you need.

With numerous options available, there’s no need to delay your treatment because of concerns over cost. If left untreated, an infected tooth and/or root can cause serious complications, so it’s important to seek professional advice from your dentist as quickly as possible.

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