A root canal saves a tooth that's infected or badly decayed, and it relieves pain rather than causing it. With modern anesthesia it's about as comfortable as a filling, and it lets you keep your natural tooth instead of losing it.
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The short answer
A root canal removes infection from inside a tooth so you can keep it instead of pulling it. Modern root canals are essentially painless: the discomfort you feel beforehand is the infection, and this is what ends it. In Miami, expect $750–$1,800 depending on the tooth, plus a crown to protect it afterward.
Let's kill the #1 fear
The honest truth: with today's anesthesia, a root canal feels about like getting a filling. Patients who have actually had one are 6× more likely to describe it as "painless" than people who never have. The throbbing pain you're feeling now is the infection, and the root canal is what makes it stop.
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If any of these sound familiar, it's worth getting checked. Early treatment is simpler and cheaper.
Pain with a "heartbeat" rhythm, hurts when you bite, or won't quit on its own.
A sip of coffee or ice water triggers pain that lingers for seconds-to-minutes after.
A tender "pimple" on the gumline that may ooze, sometimes with facial swelling.
Sometimes there are no symptoms at all. An infection can be silent and only show on an X-ray. Book a free evaluation →
Why some quotes say $3,000
A root canal is usually three line items, not one: the root canal, a buildup, and the crown that protects the tooth. Here's the real Miami math, with no surprise "second bill."
Estimate based on typical Miami pricing. PPO out-of-pocket varies by plan and annual maximum, so we verify your exact benefits for free. Front teeth sometimes need only a filling instead of a crown.
Tooth-by-tooth ranges. Molars cost more because they have more canals and are harder to reach.
| Tooth | Root canal (uninsured) | With a PPO | Crown after |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front (anterior) | $750–$1,200 | $300–$750 | often just a filling |
| Premolar | $900–$1,400 | $350–$900 | $1,100–$1,600 |
| Molar | $1,100–$1,800 | $450–$1,100 | $1,100–$1,600 |
The "$3,000" isn't the root canal alone. It's the fully restored tooth: root canal (~$1,400) + core buildup (~$200) + crown (~$1,300). Quoting just the root canal is how patients get ambushed by the crown bill later. We show you the whole number up front.
Root canals and crowns qualify for financing from $130/month. Pre-qualify in minutes with no impact to your credit score.
See financing options →Three simple steps, done while you're fully numb, often in a single visit.
We numb the tooth and remove the infected, inflamed pulp inside, which is the source of your pain.
The canals are cleaned, disinfected, and sealed so bacteria can't get back in.
A buildup and crown restore strength so your tooth lasts for years of normal use.
The part most pages skip
A tooth that's had a root canal loses its blood supply and becomes more brittle over time. On back teeth that do the heavy chewing, a crown caps and protects it so it doesn't crack, which is what makes the whole treatment last for years instead of failing. The crown isn't an upsell. It's what keeps your saved tooth saved.
Learn about our crowns →The honest comparison, because keeping your own tooth usually wins.
| Root canal + crown | Extraction only | Extraction + implant | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keeps your tooth | Yes | No | No |
| Cost / tooth | $1,500–$3,000 | Lowest | $3,000–$6,000+ |
| Time | 1–2 visits | One visit | 6–12+ months |
| Success / longevity | ~95%, can last a lifetime | leaves a gap | high, but surgical |
| Insurance | Usually covered | Usually covered | Often poorly covered |
| Best when | Tooth is restorable | Never the only step | Tooth can't be saved |
If the tooth can't be saved, we'll tell you, and compare dental implants honestly.
We'll tell you the truth
Not every tooth can be saved, and we won't treat one that can't. We'll be upfront if your tooth needs a different plan, and walk you through implant options honestly instead of selling you a root canal that won't hold.
Ask about your tooth →Plans from $130/month with 0% interest options for qualified patients. Pre-qualify online in minutes, no impact to your credit score.
Who you'll see
Bilingual specialists who do this every day, so you're in expert hands.
Book your free consultation today. Honest plan, exact price, and a comfortable, modern root canal.
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