How much does a root canal cost in Perth?
A root canal in Perth costs between $1,395 and $2,850 per tooth. The price depends on which tooth needs treatment, how many canals that tooth has, and whether it needs a crown afterwards.
Front teeth have fewer canals than molars, so they sit at the lower end of that range. Retreating a tooth that has had a root canal before is more complex than a first treatment.
We prepare a written treatment plan at your consultation. It lists each step and its estimated cost, so you know the total before treatment starts. Bring your private health insurance card and we will tell you how much your fund covers.
| What changes the price | Why |
|---|---|
| Which tooth is treated | Front teeth have one or two canals. Molars can have three or four, which takes longer. |
| Number of appointments | Treatment is completed across several visits. |
| Crown or filling afterwards | The final stage is a crown or a filling to restore the tooth. |
| First treatment or retreatment | Retreating a tooth that has had a root canal before is more complex. |
| Your health cover | Major dental cover contributes to root canal treatment. General dental cover does not. |
Prices are provided as a general guide only and are not meant to be binding. All dental procedures require your dentist to provide an accurate assessment of your unique medical needs before providing you with a cost estimate.
What is Root Canal Treatment?
Root Canal (endodontics) Treatment is a treatment that is completed to help save a tooth that is severely infected. During the root canal treatment, the infected tissue which includes the pulp, nerves and infected bacteria are removed. The pulp area of the tooth is the living tissue within the tooth that has become infected.
In order to save the tooth, the pulp (the living tissue inside the tooth), nerves, bacteria, and any decay are removed, and the resulting space is filled with special, medicated, dental materials, which restore the tooth to its full function.
What is Endodontics Treatment in Perth?
Dental endodontics in Perth are a specialty that focuses on identifying and managing pulp-related issues. The innermost layer of a tooth’s pulp, which also contains blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue, is what gives teeth their vitality. Serious discomfort and/or tooth loss can result from damaged or diseased pulp. To identify and address these issues, endodontists have received specialised training.
Endodontic Treatment procedures
The following techniques are typically included in endodontic therapy in Perth, WA:
Root Canal Therapy
An infected or damaged tooth pulp is treated with this technique. The tooth’s inside is cleansed and sealed after the tooth pulp is removed.
Pulpotomy
A partially injured tooth pulp is treated with this treatment. The pulp is removed from the damaged area and sealed around the healthy pulp.
Who performs your root canal treatment?
We perform root canal treatment at the Yokine clinic in Perth. Root canal treatment is part of general dental care, and your dentist carries out each stage, from the first x-ray through to sealing the tooth.
Some teeth are more complex than others. If your dentist thinks another practitioner is better suited to your case, they will tell you and recommend one.
Root Canal Treatment Risks
Has My Tooth Become Infected? Signs of Infection
A few signs of infection in a tooth area include:
- Sensitivity to hot or cold
- Swollen cheek
- Throbbing pain in a tooth area. This throbbing pain may appear in the jaw or ear area also.
- Lymph nodes beneath the jaw area becoming swollen and sore to touch
- Experiencing pain when chewing or biting food
- An abscess (or pimple) on the gums.
- Severe toothache pain.
- Sometimes no symptoms are present.
- Swelling and/or tenderness of the gums around the tooth
How Has My Tooth Become Infected?
The infected tooth occurs when bacteria become trapped inside the nerve of the tooth. If this infection is left untreated, it can lead to serious health issues. The cheek may become swollen, which can then lead to sinus infections if left untreated. Some causes of infection may include:
- Untreated decay of a tooth
- Poor dental hygiene
What Does A Root Canal (Endodontics) Treatment In Perth Involve?
To have this treatment completed, it involves a number of appointments. During the time in between these appointments, we will do our best to help with the pain you are experiencing, such as prescribing you pain relief medication.
Firstly, the dentist will take an x-ray of your tooth to see how infected the area is. A local anaesthesia will be used to numb the area so you do not experience any pain throughout the procedure.
The next step includes the infected tissue being removed. The inside and remainder tissue will be cleaned out and disinfected. The dentist will ensure all infected bacteria has been removed. We will then make another appointment for you so that the tooth can be sealed.
Once the tooth area has been cleaned, it will then be sealed to prevent any further infection returning. The material the dentist will use to seal the tooth is called gutta-percha, it is a rubber-like material.
The final stage of root canal (endodontics) treatment is the placement of a crown or a filling. This will help restore the tooth. When the crown or filling has healed correctly, the tooth will function like any other regular tooth you have.
Cost of Root Canal Treatment in Perth, Western Australia
We cannot provide a fixed price for the root canal (endodontics) treatment as there are several factors involved.
The cost of root canal treatment depends on each individual patient. However, during your consultation, our dentist is happy to complete a treatment plan for you. This treatment plan will include each step and their estimated cost. We will be happy to give you a quote on how much your private health insurance will cover, so make sure to bring along your private health insurance card. We offer payment plans, which we can discuss in further detail at our consultation.
After your treatment, our dentist will give you instructions on how to care for the affected area. These are very important to follow. Regular check-ups and good oral hygiene are extremely important for your oral teeth.
If you have any questions feel free to call us on (08) 9440 3654 or pop us an email to admin@radiantsmiles.com.au, we will be happy to book you in for a consultation with one of our dentists.
To book an appointment, contact Radiant Smiles Dental Care on (08) 9440 3654.
FAQ:
How much does root canal cost in Perth?
Root canal treatment in Perth can cost anywhere from $1,395 to $2,850 depending on the severity of the condition and the dentist you visit.
Do you need an endodontist for a root canal in Perth?
Most root canals in Perth are performed by general dentists, not endodontists. Endodontists complete additional training in root canal treatment and usually handle complex or repeat cases. We treat routine root canals at the Yokine clinic and refer the complex ones.
What is the difference between an endodontist and a regular dentist?
An endodontist is a dentist who has completed additional specialist training in root canal treatment. A general dentist performs root canal treatment as part of routine care. The difference is depth of training, not the standard of care for a routine case.
How urgent are root canals?
Root canals are not an emergency procedure, but it is important to get the treatment done as soon as possible to avoid further damage to the tooth.
Can my dentist refer me to an endodontist in Perth?
If your dentist thinks you would benefit from an endodontist’s services, they may recommend one to you.
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