A root canal is a treatment used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed or becomes infected. During a root canal procedure, the nerve and pulp are removed and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed. Without treatment, the tissue surrounding the tooth will become infected and abscesses may form. Root canal is the term used to describe the natural cavity within the center of the tooth.
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Root Canal Procedure Costs. The cost of a root canal procedure may range from $500 to $1,000, and the cost of the post and core procedure to strengthen the tooth is approximately $260 to $360, not including the cost of a crown restoration.
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Many dental insurance policies at least partially cover endodontic treatment. A ballpark estimate for the root canal treatment itself (not including a dental restoration following the procedure) performed by a general dentist could range from $500 to $1,000 for an incisor and $800 to $1,500 for a molar. The fees charged by endodontists could be up to 50% higher.
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1 Dental insurance might cover about 50% of the cost if the crown is needed for medical reasons, but dental crowns are typically not covered if they are considered cosmetic, and many dental plans have a maximum annual coverage limit of $1,000-$1,500.  Porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns can cost $500-$1,500 or more per tooth.
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Some root canals take more time and therefore cost more. For example, a root canal for the front teeth will typically cost between $900 and $1,100. Those with good insurance pay an average of about $600 for a root canal on a front tooth. The back teeth, on the other hand, are more difficult to reach and require more of the dentist's time. Root canals for the back teeth can cost between $500 and $2,000, with the average being around $1,180.
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This started as two crowns, but a root canal was also required. The crowns were $1050 each for my out of pocket expense (I don't know how much the Delta Dental paid). My share of the root canal was $780. The workmanship was excellent.
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Additional costs: 1  There may be separate charges for an initial exam ($20-$100 or more) and dental X-rays ($10-$250).  If the tooth has extensive decay, become infected or been injured, a root canal ($300-$1,500 for a front tooth, $500-$2,000 for a molar) might be needed before the crown can be installed.
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Pulp vitality tests cost about $45, and pulp capping procedures cost about $65, not including the cost of the final restoration. The cost for re-treating previous root canal therapy ranges from approximately $695 to $950. The cost for treating a root canal obstruction is approximately $400. The cost of other endodontic procedures, such as an apicoectomy or periradicular surgery, ranges from about $545 to $700.
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Insurance that includes a strong dental plan significantly reduces the out-of-pocket cost. Good policies cover between 40 percent and 80 percent of the total root canal costs, with 60 percent being about average. Most dental plans have an annual maximum limit of $1,000 to $1,500. If you visit a dentist office regularly, you may have to pay more out of pocket.
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Typical costs: 1  The cost of a dental crown depends on the materials used; the size, location and condition of the tooth; local rates; and the dentist's training and experience.  Porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns can cost $500-$1,500 or more per tooth.
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cost root canal
The cost of a root canal is from $300 to $2,000 depending on your insurance, location, and dentist.