What Affects the Cost of a Root Canal?

Dr. Chinmay H. Patel, MDS

Patients often ask what a root canal will cost, and the honest answer is that it depends on the tooth. Rather than quote a number that may not apply to you, here is what actually drives the cost, so you know what to expect before you commit.

Which tooth it is

Front teeth usually have a single canal and are simpler to treat. Back molars can have three, four or more canals, take longer, and need more skill, so they naturally cost more than a front tooth.

How complex the case is

A straightforward first-time root canal costs less than the retreatment of a failed one, or a tooth with curved or calcified canals that needs CBCT imaging and extra time. Complexity, not the clinic, is what moves the price.

Whether you need a crown

After a root canal, most back teeth need a crown to protect them from cracking. The crown is a separate cost from the root canal itself, and the material you choose affects it.

Why a written estimate matters

At Pramukh you get a complete, itemised estimate in writing before any treatment starts, so there is no guesswork and no surprise bill. No Cost EMI is available on larger treatments so the cost can be spread over months.