Treatments / Root canals
Root canals in Medellín
A root canal removes infected or inflamed nerve tissue from inside a tooth, so you can keep the tooth instead of losing it. The price depends on how many roots the tooth has, and on what the tooth needs afterwards to stay strong.
Signs you might need one
- Sensitivity to hot or cold that lingers after the drink is gone
- Pain when you bite or press on a tooth
- Swelling or a small bump on the gum near the tooth
- A tooth that has turned darker
If the pain stops on its own, the problem may still be there. An X-ray tells us for sure.
Does it hurt?
The tooth is fully numbed, so the treatment itself should feel like a long filling. It's normal for the area to feel tender for a few days afterwards; regular pain relievers usually handle it.
Most root canals are finished in one appointment. Molars sometimes need two.
The root canal isn't the last step
After a root canal the tooth becomes more brittle. Front teeth often only need a filling to close it; back teeth usually need a crown so they don't crack. Here's what a molar typically costs from start to finish:
| Step | When | COP |
|---|---|---|
| Root canal, molar | Always | from $1.300.000 |
| White filling to seal the tooth | Always | from $90.000 |
| Core build-up | If a lot of tooth is missing | from $500.000 |
| Crown | Most back teeth | from $2.500.000 |
| Typical molar, start to finish | With build-up and crown | about $4.400.000 |
If too little healthy tooth is left to save, removing it and placing an implant can be the better long-term choice. We'll tell you honestly which makes sense.
What root canals cost
All prices in COP. Starting prices, confirmed after your exam and X-ray.
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In pain? Message us and tell us which tooth hurts. We'll reply in English and find you the earliest appointment.
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Torre Médica Salud y Servicios, Office 1302
Ciudad del Río, El Poblado, Medellín