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Royce Dental Aesthetic & Implant Centre
8A Lor Mambong, Singapore 277674
View clinic →Root Canal Treatment in Bukit Timah: Save Your Tooth, End the Pain
Root canal therapy today is safer and faster than ever—most patients are surprised it's less painful than the toothache itself.
Root Canal Treatment Cost in Bukit Timah
$300 – $1,200
Front teeth (incisors) are simpler and cheaper ($300–$600). Molars have multiple roots and cost more ($800–$1,200).
Infected or calcified canals require extra time and specialist skills. Some cases need retreatment if initial therapy failed.
Single-visit RCT is faster but may cost 10–20% more. Multi-visit allows healing between appointments but takes 2–4 weeks.
Root canal alone ($300–$1,200) does not include the crown ($800–$2,000+). Most teeth need a crown to restore strength and function.
| Option | Cost |
|---|---|
| Single-visit root canal (anterior tooth) | $400–$700 |
| Multi-visit root canal (molar with complications) | $900–$1,200 |
| Root canal + ceramic crown (complete restoration) | $1,200–$2,200 |
Prices are indicative. Contact clinics directly for current quotes.
What Happens During Root Canal Treatment: Step-by-Step
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Assessment and X-rays
10–15 minutesYour dentist examines the tooth, takes digital X-rays, and uses percussion testing to confirm infection in the pulp chamber. Tooth sensitivity and swelling guide the diagnosis. This step also rules out cracks or fractures that may affect treatment success.
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Local anesthetic and isolation
5–10 minutesStrong local anesthetic is injected to numb the tooth and surrounding area. A rubber dam is placed to keep the tooth dry and isolated during treatment. Many patients report this feels like a regular filling—not the painful part of RCT.
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Access and pulp removal
20–30 minutesThe dentist creates a small access hole in the crown of the tooth and removes the infected or inflamed pulp tissue using specialized files. Irrigation with antimicrobial solution cleans the canals. This is the core of the procedure and relieves pressure and pain immediately.
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Shaping, cleaning, and filling
20–25 minutesThe empty canals are carefully shaped using progressively larger files, then flushed with disinfectant. Once sterile, the canals are sealed with gutta-percha (biocompatible rubber-like material) and cement. This prevents re-infection and allows the tooth to heal.
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Temporary or permanent restoration
5–10 minutesThe access hole is closed with a temporary or permanent filling. Most teeth then need a crown (within 2–4 weeks) to restore full strength and function. Without a crown, the weakened tooth risks fracture during chewing.
Are You a Good Candidate for Root Canal Treatment?
Good candidates
- Adults with a throbbing toothache, unbearable sensitivity to hot/cold, or visible swelling/abscess on the gum—signs the pulp is infected
- Patients with deep decay detected on X-ray or a failed filling allowing bacteria into the pulp chamber
- Anyone whose dentist recommends RCT over extraction because the tooth structure is salvageable and worth preserving
- People who want to keep their natural tooth rather than replace it with an implant or bridge (natural teeth always perform better long-term)
May need extra assessment
- Tooth with calcified or severely curved canals—your dentist may refer you to an endodontist (RCT specialist) for better outcomes
- Previous root canal that failed or was only partially successful—retreatment is possible but takes longer and costs more
- Severe gum disease or mobility in the tooth—the tooth's long-term prognosis must be assessed before committing to RCT
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