Dubai Dentist

Root canal cost in Dubai

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Typical price in Dubai

AED 1,200 – 4,500

per tooth, excluding crown

A root canal typically costs AED 1,200 to 4,500 per tooth in Dubai, based on published clinic prices. Front teeth are at the lower end and molars, which have three or four canals, at the upper end. Most back teeth also need a crown afterwards, which adds AED 1,500 to 4,000.

Molar root canals by a specialist endodontist using a microscope, and re-treatment of a previously failed root canal, usually cost AED 3,500 to 6,000.

What the price is made of

ItemDubai
Front tooth (1 canal)AED 1,200 – 2,500
Premolar (1 to 2 canals)AED 1,500 – 3,000
Molar (3 to 4 canals)AED 2,000 – 4,500
Re-treatment of a previous root canalAED 2,500 – 6,000
Core build-up or postAED 400 – 1,200
Crown afterwardsUsually recommended for back teethAED 1,500 – 4,000

What changes the price

  • Tooth type and number of canals.
  • Specialist endodontist versus general dentist, and use of an operating microscope.
  • Curved, calcified or blocked canals, which take longer.
  • Whether it is a first treatment or a re-treatment.
  • Number of visits and whether X-rays and temporary fillings are included.

Does insurance cover it?

Root canal treatment is a basic restorative procedure and is covered by many UAE plans that include dental, usually with a 10 to 30 percent co-pay up to the annual dental limit. Pre-approval is commonly required. The crown afterwards may be classed as prosthetic and covered at a lower rate or not at all, so check both items.

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How to pay less without cutting corners

  • Ask for pre-approval for both the root canal and the crown before treatment starts.
  • Do not delay. A tooth treated early is cheaper and more predictable to save than one with a large abscess.
  • Ask whether a general dentist can handle your case or whether a specialist referral is genuinely needed; straightforward front teeth rarely need a specialist.
  • Compare the cost of saving the tooth with the full cost of extraction plus an implant, which is usually higher.

Prices published by clinics in Dubai

Taken from each clinic's own website, with a link to the page. Single figures are usually “from” prices.

Pak Satwa Poly ClinicAl Satwafrom AED 299clinic's price page
Calcium Clinic (Br Of Al Zafaran Medical Center LLC)from AED 299clinic's price page
Puremed Medical Center L.L.CAl Thanyah Firstfrom AED 299clinic's price page
Brite Medicare Medical Center L L CAl Nahda Firstfrom AED 399clinic's price page
Al Wasl Aesthetic Poly ClinicUm Suqaim FirstAED 700 – 1,000clinic's price page
Pretty Smile Dental Clinic L.L.CTrade Center Firstfrom AED 800clinic's price page
Jesh And Mikh Dental ClinicAl Karamafrom AED 800clinic's price page
Balsam Al Shifaa Dental Clinic L.L.CAl Riggafrom AED 1,290clinic's price page
Smile Essentials Dental Clinic L.L.CAl Karamafrom AED 2,000clinic's price page
Dentaldate Tmj Institute Dental Clinic L.L.CAl Waslfrom AED 2,150clinic's price page
Balsam Al Shifaa Dental Clinic L.L.CAl RiggaAED 2,490 – 2,990clinic's price page

Dentists offering root canal treatment in Dubai

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a molar root canal in Dubai?

Typical published prices are AED 2,000 to 4,500, plus AED 1,500 to 4,000 for a crown. Specialist re-treatments can cost more.

Is a root canal covered by insurance in the UAE?

Often yes, if your plan includes dental. Expect a co-pay and an annual limit, and get pre-approval first.

Is it cheaper to pull the tooth?

Extraction is cheaper on the day, but replacing the tooth with an implant or bridge later usually costs more than the root canal and crown.

How many visits does a root canal take?

Often one or two visits of 60 to 90 minutes. Infected teeth sometimes need a medicated dressing between visits.

Prices are typical ranges from published clinic price lists (October 2026), not quotes. Always confirm the price and what it includes with the clinic.