{"id":2823,"date":"2019-08-03T17:04:51","date_gmt":"2019-08-03T17:04:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mycreativesmiles.com\/?page_id=2823"},"modified":"2022-02-10T11:15:49","modified_gmt":"2022-02-10T11:15:49","slug":"how-much-does-a-root-canal-cost","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mycreativesmiles.com\/how-much-does-a-root-canal-cost\/","title":{"rendered":"Root Canal Cost"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container fusion-parallax-none nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(2,2,2,0.73);background-image: url(&quot;https:\/\/www.mycreativesmiles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Hero-23-300x169.jpg&quot;);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;background-blend-mode: overlay;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:1216.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><style type=\"text\/css\">@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-title.fusion-title-1{margin-top:0px!important; margin-right:0px!important;margin-bottom:31px!important;margin-left:0px!important;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-title.fusion-title-1{margin-top:10px!important; margin-right:0px!important;margin-bottom:10px!important; margin-left:0px!important;}}<\/style><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-center fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-one\" style=\"font-size:var(--awb-typography1-font-size);margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:31px;margin-left:0px;\"><h1 class=\"title-heading-center fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;font-size:1em;color:var(--awb-custom10);--fontSize:46;line-height:1.5;\">Root Canal Cost \u2013 With &#038; without Insurance<\/h1><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-breadcrumbs.fusion-breadcrumbs-1{font-size:10px;}.fusion-breadcrumbs.fusion-breadcrumbs-1 span a:hover{color:#333333 !important;}.fusion-breadcrumbs.fusion-breadcrumbs-1{color:#e0e0e0;}.fusion-breadcrumbs.fusion-breadcrumbs-1 a{color:#e0e0e0;}<\/style><div class=\"fusion-breadcrumbs fusion-breadcrumbs-1\" style=\"text-align:center;\"><span xmlns:v=\"http:\/\/rdf.data-vocabulary.org\/#\"><span class=\"breadcrumb_last\">Home<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 20px;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 1.92%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 1.92%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}<\/style><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-1{ padding-top : 5%;margin-top : 0px;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 5%;margin-bottom : 20px;padding-left : 0px;}<\/style><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p><a href=\"#how_much_it_costs\">How much is a root canal?<\/a> | <a href=\"#root_canal_or_pull_teeth\">Is it better to pull the tooth or have RCT?<\/a> | <a href=\"#save_on_root_canal_treatment\">Ways to save money<\/a> | <a href=\"#Fullerton_Orange_County\">Root Canal Cost near Fullerton OC<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-one-half fusion-column-first\" style=\"width:50%;width:calc(50% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.5 ) );margin-right: 4%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is a strange fear attached to root canal. But in truth, it can help deviate a lot of pain and save a damaged tooth from falling off. There are various reasons that can lead to tooth decay or damage. But with a RCT, it is possible to preserve the tooth at its current damaged position. It can stop the decay within a tooth or stop the decay under the crown and even if you have a cracked tooth, this can help save it. It restores the tooth and preserves its natural state. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><h2 id=\"how_much_it_costs\">How Much does a Root Canal Cost?<\/h2>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of the procedure depends on various factors. The most prominent of them all is the location of the tooth which needs the procedure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prices without insurance:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Front (Anterior) &#8211; $600 to $900<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bicupsid &#8211; $700 to $1000<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Molar &#8211; $1000 to $1400<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-one-half fusion-column-last\" style=\"width:50%;width:calc(50% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.5 ) );margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\"><img width=\"267\" height=\"300\" alt=\"root canal cost fullerton, orange county ca\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mycreativesmiles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/rct-267x300.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-2824\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mycreativesmiles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/rct-200x225.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.mycreativesmiles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/rct-400x450.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mycreativesmiles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/rct.jpg 550w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 267px\" \/><\/span><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While this is a necessary cost that entails such a procedure, there are other costs involved in it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For diagnostic purposes, you may need to undergo a thorough exam or an x-ray which will help the dentist locate the affected tooth.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For an RCT there are some other treatments that are also required like anaesthesia, emergency procedures and other appointments.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Post-procedure, dentists may recommend some over the counter pain relievers. But the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aae.org\/\">American Association of Endodontists <\/a>certifies that this treatment is no more painful than having a cavity filled.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"root_canal_or_pull_teeth\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is it safe to get the tooth pulled or get RCT Done?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It has been observed that some people allow the damaged tooth to fall out instead of getting it pulled out or even get treatment. But at the end of the day, the cost of not treating it will be much higher than getting a dentist\u2019s assistance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First up, saving the damaged tooth is a priority. The reason being that these natural teeth are stronger, better and more comfortable than the artificial ones (like a denture or a bridge). Plus, pulling out one tooth and not replacing it will cause further issues. The surroundings teeth will shift and this may cause issues with other teeth. Hence, you will end up paying way more than what you had saved by not getting treatment in the first place.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to dental treatments your precaution is the best thing that can help you make it affordable. Hence, do not look for cheap dentists and risk getting proper treatment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><h3 id=\"save_on_root_canal_treatment\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Payment Options:<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no doubt that getting an RCT is essential to maintain your teeth\u2019s health and strength. When it comes to payment options, you have various options to choose from:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Insurance:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having an insurance cover for your dental health maintenance will help you save a lot of out of pocket expenses. You will find insurance covers that provide 50 to 90% of the expenditure cover for the whole procedure along with the reparative treatments. There are plans that cover only the preventive costs, so it is better to check all the options and understand what an insurance cover can provide, most importantly, check for root canal cost with insurance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My Creative Smiles accepts most PPO &amp; HMO Plans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Government Funding:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, the government Medicare does not pay for dental bills. They can cover the IPD costs if you arrive there with an emergency due to dental health vulnerabilities. But here too, you will not be covered for the dental procedures and other treatments.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Flexible Spending Accounts:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The beauty of the flexible spending arrangement is that you will not even realize that you are saving money for your healthcare every month. Under this procedure, some amount of money will be kept aside as savings which will be taken out from your salary. It is up to the employer whether or not they provide the FSA plans. Apart from this, you can use the FSA funds aggregated into your account with a debit card anytime, anywhere. But take caution that these funds will not roll over at the end of the year. You will have to use them within the year if you want to know more about these accounts visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthcare.gov\/have-job-based-coverage\/flexible-spending-accounts\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Health Savings Account:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An HSA is regulated by the government. Under this account, you can set aside your pretax liabilities into a separate account for those health costs which are not covered by insurance. Plus you can also benefit from the tax deductions under this account. One profitable benefit of the HSA is that you can rollover your funds to the next year deductions and in these accounts, you will have high-\u00a0 insurance plans. Learn about the HSA and how it can help you secure your dental costs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Dental Schools:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The dental schools also offer various discounts and offers on dental treatment. These schools may provide low-cost RCT that is when you allow a student to conduct an RCT on your teeth and help them learn the process. When a student is still learning, a good dental school will allow this procedure under the guidance of a board-certified dentist.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>In-House Payment Plans:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can find some dental services which provide their own dental payment plans on a monthly basis. It is our motive to help the patients secure their dental health and never avoid it for the want of money. Also, we believe that you should never substitute pain for affordability. That is why you can also choose from our dental plans that will help you make easy payments and also get guaranteed treatments for your dental problems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We accept all major credit cards including <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visa, Master Card, and American Express<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Other than these, we also provide financial services from outside providers like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carecredit.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CareCredit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the Lending Club<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. CareCredit might provide you\u00a0 with a 0% interest rate to cover Root Canal treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/root-canal-fullerton\/\">Learn more information<\/a> on how RCT is performed.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to choose a specialist dentist who is residing near to your home or workplace. This will provide the dual benefits of saving you a lot of time and money. This is because you may need to visit the dentist regularly after the treatment, and if your dentist is located nearby it will be helpful. Plus, always go for the word to mouth advertising and choose a dentist who has some good reviews and makes you feel comfortable.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Fullerton_Orange_County\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Root Canal Cost Fullerton, Orange County<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eager to know more about our proficient dental services, give us a call today and know everything about our procedures and the insurance providers available with us. And if you are located nearby in Fullerton CA, make sure to give us a visit and know why we are the best service providers. 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