If you’re experiencing significant discomfort due to an infected tooth, a root canal treatment can help you find relief and protect the overall health of your smile. But before you agree to have the procedure performed, you will naturally want to know how much you can expect it to cost. An exact estimate can only be provided after your mouth has been carefully examined, but in the meantime, here’s a quick look at the factors that can affect the cost and your options for payment.
Factors That Can Influence the Cost of Your Root Canal Treatment
The overall cost of a root canal treatment can vary significantly depending on:
- Which Tooth Requires Treatment: You can generally expect to pay more for a root canal treatment involving a tooth near the back of your mouth. This is because the back teeth typically have more root canals to clean than the front teeth.
- How Many Teeth are Involved: Sometimes, you may have more than one tooth that requires root canal treatment. It goes without saying that this will typically result in a higher overall cost.
- Who Performs the Treatment: Depending on how complex your case is, your root canal treatment could be carried out by your regular dentist or an outside specialist, which will ultimately influence the amount you pay.
- Any Necessary Additional Procedures: In addition to the root canal itself, you will likely also need to pay for a dental crown to strengthen and protect the treated tooth.
Making Root Canal Treatment More Affordable
If you’re worried about your ability to afford root canal treatment, it’s worth considering the following payment options:
- Dental Insurance: Many dental insurance plans will pay at least part of the cost of a root canal treatment. The exact level of coverage can vary based on the plan.
- In-Office Membership Plans: It’s not uncommon for dental offices to offer special membership plans that come with discounts on a variety of services, which often include root canal treatments.
- Financing: Third-party financing options such as CareCredit allow you to break up the cost of your care into smaller installments that work with your budget.
You can discuss the cost of your root canal treatment and your options for payment in more detail when you visit your dentist for your initial consultation. Gathering as much information as possible is essential for making the right decision for your smile and your wallet!
About the Practice
Here at AV Dental Associates of Jersey City, our dentists are proud to help individuals and families in the local area enjoy top-quality care no matter what their oral health needs are. We’re happy to offer root canal treatment as a way to save teeth that have become infected. To schedule a consultation at our office, visit our website or call (201) 484-7759.
