Private root canal cost in the UK typically ranges from £795 to £950, depending on which tooth is being treated. At Bank Dental Practice in Prestwich, fees are £795 for an incisor, £850 for a premolar, and £895 for a molar. Retreatment of a tooth that has previously had root canal therapy is £950, and a root canal consultation is £100. All prices are confirmed following consultation.
How Much Does a Root Canal Cost at a Private Dentist?
Private root canal treatment cost depends almost entirely on which tooth is being treated and how many canals it contains. Front teeth are at the lower end of the price range because they have a single canal that is straightforward to access. Molars sit at the top of the range because they contain three or more canals, often curved or branching, which take longer to clean and seal accurately.
The full Bank Dental Practice fee list is published on our private fees page, and patients receive a written cost breakdown after their initial assessment.
Bank Dental Practice Root Canal Fees:
| Treatment | Fee |
|---|---|
| Root canal consultation | £100 |
| Incisor (single canal) | £795 |
| Premolar | £850 |
| Molar | £895 |
| Retreatment (any tooth) | £950 |
| Apical surgery | £795 |
Apical surgery is a minor procedure performed at the tip of the tooth root, used when conventional root canal treatment alone has not fully resolved infection. It is not required in most cases.
Fees are confirmed following consultation. A small diagnostic X-ray is £10 and a CT scan, if required for complex cases, is £150 per arch.
What Affects the Cost of Root Canal Treatment?
Four factors drive the cost of root canal treatment at a private dentist.
The first is tooth position and canal anatomy. A single-canal incisor takes less chair time than a molar with three or four canals, some of which may be narrow or curved.
The second is whether the tooth has been treated before. Retreatment requires removing previous filling material from the canals before disinfecting and resealing them, which takes longer and demands more advanced technique.
The third is the equipment used. Bank Dental Practice carries out root canal therapy under magnification using an operating microscope, which allows the clinician to locate every canal and confirm a complete seal. This level of accuracy is associated with higher long-term success rates.
The fourth is the restoration that follows. A molar usually needs a crown after treatment to protect it from cracking, which is a separate cost detailed below.
Does the Cost Include a Crown?
The root canal fee covers the cleaning, shaping, and sealing of the canals, along with a temporary filling. It does not include the final restoration. Most molars require a crown afterwards because they take the highest bite forces, while front teeth often only need a composite filling, which keeps the combined cost lower.
Crown fees at Bank Dental Practice start at £625 for a metal-based crown, £795 for a zirconia crown, and £845 for an Emax crown. Combined root canal and crown cost on a molar is therefore typically £1,520 to £1,740. The clinician confirms whether a crown is necessary at the consultation stage.
Is a Private Root Canal Worth the Cost Compared to Extraction?
Patients sometimes weigh up root canal treatment against having the tooth removed. Extraction is cheaper in the short term, with routine extraction at £195 and complex surgical extraction at £250 to £350. The longer-term cost picture is different. Replacing a missing tooth with a dental implant is £2,995, and leaving the gap untreated can lead to drifting of neighbouring teeth and bite changes.
Root canal treatment preserves the natural tooth, which is almost always the preferred clinical outcome when the tooth is restorable.
What Is Included in Root Canal Treatment at Bank Dental Practice?
Every root canal treatment at Bank Dental Practice begins with a consultation, a clinical examination, and digital imaging. Treatment is carried out in-house by a clinician with a special interest in endodontics, using an operating microscope to locate and clean every canal. The canals are then sealed and the tooth is closed with a temporary filling pending the final restoration.
Patients receive aftercare guidance and a follow-up appointment to fit the permanent filling or crown. Referrals from other practices are welcomed for complex or retreatment cases, and patients are returned to their general dentist once treatment is complete.
Private Root Canal Treatment in Prestwich and Manchester
Bank Dental Practice is a private dentist in Prestwich serving patients across North Manchester, including Whitefield, Bury, Salford, Swinton, and Pendlebury. The practice operates from a fully refurbished building on Bury New Road with five treatment rooms and modern endodontic equipment. New patients are welcome and consultations can be booked online or by phone.
The clinical focus is on careful diagnosis, comfortable treatment, and clear cost transparency before any work begins.
Finance Options for Root Canal Treatment
Patients can spread the cost of treatment using the practice finance calculator, which allows monthly repayments to be tailored to budget. This is widely used by patients combining root canal treatment with a crown.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a root canal take?
Most root canal treatments are completed in one or two appointments of around 60 to 90 minutes each. Molars and retreatment cases generally take longer than single-canal teeth.
Does a root canal hurt?
Modern root canal treatment under local anaesthetic is typically no more uncomfortable than a routine filling. Mild tenderness for a few days afterwards is normal.
Will I need a crown after a root canal?
Molars almost always need a crown to protect the tooth from cracking. Front teeth often only require a composite filling. The clinician confirms which restoration is suitable during the consultation.
How long does a root canal last?
A successfully treated and properly restored tooth can last for decades, often for life. Long-term success is closely linked to the quality of the final restoration.
Can I get root canal treatment on the same day as my consultation?
In some cases yes, particularly for emergency presentations. Most planned treatments are booked for a dedicated appointment following the initial assessment.
Book a Root Canal Consultation in Prestwich
To discuss treatment, request a written cost breakdown, or book a consultation, call 0161 798 9955 or contact the practice online.
