Cost comparison of a molar root canal treatment vs. extraction
RCT
RCT
$1500
(avg. specialist price)
(avg. specialist price)
$900*
(Root Canal Dentists)
(Root Canal Dentists)
Build up
$200
$200
PFM
$1500
$1500
Total
$3200
$2600
vs.
EXTRACTION
Simple Extraction $250
Bridge (PFMx3) $4500
Implant $2500
PFM $1500
Total
$4750
$4250
- Potential for trauma to
supporting teeth. - Increased potential for
complications later.
Potential added costs
– without sinus lift
– without bone graft
– simple extraction only
– without sinus lift
– without bone graft
– simple extraction only
*Price for molar root canal treatment at Root Canal Dentists is $900 making the total price of treatment=$2600.
