A root canal in Hyderabad costs between ₹3,000 and ₹8,000 per tooth at V R Dental, depending mainly on which tooth is involved. A protective crown, usually needed for back teeth, is quoted separately. This page explains exactly what you’re paying for, what moves the price up or down, and how EMI and insurance can help — so you can decide with numbers, not guesswork.
What Decides the Final Price
No two root canal cases are identical. The price reflects genuine clinical complexity, the technology used and the time your dentist invests in getting the result right. Here are the main variables.
Which tooth it is
A front tooth has one straight canal. A molar has three, four, sometimes five canals arranged in curves. More canals means more time, more instruments and more precision — the price difference reflects real work, not markup.
How infected it is
A contained infection can often be treated in a single visit. Active pus or severe swelling may need a medicated dressing and a second visit, which adds time.
First treatment or retreatment
Redoing a failed root canal means dismantling the old work first — removing filling material, negotiating blockages, finding canals missed the first time. That’s why retreatment costs more. Full details: Root canal retreatment cost →
The final restoration
The root canal seals the inside of the tooth; the crown protects the outside. Back teeth almost always need one. We quote root canal plus crown together upfront, so the total is never a surprise at the end.
Root Canal Price by Tooth Type
The figures below are indicative ranges to give you a starting point for planning. Your confirmed, written estimate is issued after an examination and X-ray, because complexity varies even between two molars.
| Tooth Type | Typical Range (INR) | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Front tooth (anterior) | ₹3,000 – ₹6,000 | Single straight canal, simpler access |
| Premolar | ₹4,000 – ₹6,000 | One or two canals |
| Molar | ₹5,000 – ₹8,000 | Three to five canals, complex curved anatomy |
| Laser-assisted disinfection (add-on) | ₹1,000 – ₹1,500 | For deep infections with heavy bacterial load |
| Retreatment (Re-RCT) | ₹6,000 – ₹10,000 | Old filling removal + hidden canal location; packages from ₹4,000 |
| Crown after root canal | ₹5,000 – ₹18,000+ | Varies by material: PFM, zirconia, e.max |
These are indicative ranges. Your confirmed, written estimate is issued after an examination and X-ray, because complexity varies even between two molars.
SINGLE VISIT
Single-Sitting Root Canal Cost
Single-visit RCT falls in the same ranges shown above — you’re paying for the tooth’s complexity, not the number of visits. Where the infection allows it, single-sitting treatment actually saves you money in time off work and repeat travel. Whether your tooth qualifies is a clinical decision we explain at examination.
Curious how the procedure works? See the step-by-step root canal guide →.
MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICE
Why the Cheapest Root Canal Often Costs the Most
An unusually low quote usually means shortcuts: no magnification, no rubber-dam isolation, older instruments, or a difficult canal quietly left untreated. A missed canal is the most common reason root canals fail — and a failed root canal means paying again for retreatment, possibly surgery, or extraction plus an implant at many times the original price.
Done properly the first time, a root canal should last the life of the tooth. Our pricing reflects the time, technology and specialist attention that outcome requires. That is the honest trade-off — and we’d rather explain it before treatment than apologise after.
PAYMENT & INSURANCE
EMI, Payment Plans and Insurance
Cost should never force you to delay treating an infection. We offer EMI on eligible treatments so the cost spreads across months rather than landing at once.
If you hold dental insurance or a corporate health plan, root canal treatment may be partially or fully covered — bring your policy details and we’ll help you check entitlement and prepare the paperwork your insurer needs.
COMPARE
Related Costs You May Want to Compare
- A filling (when decay hasn’t reached the nerve): tooth filling cost →
- Crown options and materials after RCT: zirconia crown prices →
- If the tooth can’t be saved: apicoectomy → or extraction with replacement
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a root canal cost in Hyderabad in 2026?
Between ₹3,000 and ₹8,000 per tooth at V R Dental — front teeth at the lower end, molars at the higher end. The crown is quoted separately. Your exact figure comes as a written estimate after examination.
How much does a root canal with a crown cost in total?
Typically ₹8,000 – ₹26,000 combined, depending on the tooth and the crown material you choose. Metal-ceramic crowns cost less; zirconia and e.max cost more and look more natural.
Why do molar root canals cost more?
Molars have three to five canals with curved, complex anatomy. Treating them thoroughly takes roughly twice the time and instrumentation of a front tooth.
Does single-sitting RCT cost extra?
No — the price is set by the tooth’s complexity, not the visit count. Single-sitting treatment is offered whenever it’s clinically safe.
Is laser root canal treatment worth the extra cost?
For deep infections with heavy bacterial load, laser-assisted disinfection (₹1,000–₹1,500 add-on) improves cleaning in areas instruments can’t reach. For routine cases it isn’t necessary — we recommend it only where it genuinely helps.
How much does root canal retreatment cost?
₹6,000 – ₹10,000, with packages from ₹4,000, because old filling material must be removed and missed anatomy located. Confirmed after imaging.
Do you offer EMI?
Yes, on eligible treatments. Ask at your consultation and we’ll show you the options for your specific plan.
Is a root canal covered by insurance?
Many dental and corporate policies cover it partially or fully. Bring your policy documents; we’ll help verify coverage and prepare claims paperwork.
Is a root canal cheaper than extraction?
Extraction alone is cheaper on day one — but the tooth then needs replacing. An implant runs ₹20,000–₹50,000+; a bridge ₹10,000–₹30,000. Saving the tooth is almost always the cheaper lifetime decision.
Get Your Personalised Written Estimate
Every tooth is different. Come in for an examination and X-ray, and leave with a clear written estimate covering everything — root canal, crown, and payment options. No obligation, no pressure.
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Book Your Cost Consultation →Medically reviewed by Dr. Vyshnavi, MDS (Prosthodontist & Implantologist) — Last updated: 9 July 2026
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