What Does Root Canal Therapy Involve?

A root canal removes infected or inflamed pulp tissue from inside the tooth, cleans and shapes the canals, and seals the tooth to prevent reinfection. With modern anesthesia and techniques, most patients report the procedure is no more uncomfortable than a routine filling.

Insurance Coverage for Root Canals

Most dental insurance plans cover root canal therapy under their basic or major services benefit — typically at 50–80% after your deductible. Our team will verify your specific coverage before treatment and provide a clear cost estimate so you can plan ahead.

• We accept Delta Dental, Cigna, Aetna, Humana, MetLife, and more
• Pre-treatment cost estimates provided
• We submit claims on your behalf
• Secondary insurance billing available

Financing Options

For the portion not covered by insurance, we offer CareCredit financing with no-interest promotional periods. Many patients find that breaking the cost into monthly payments makes root canal treatment very manageable.

Why Timely Treatment Matters

A tooth that needs a root canal won't heal on its own — the infection will worsen, potentially spreading to surrounding bone and teeth. Early treatment saves the tooth, eliminates pain, and costs significantly less than allowing the infection to progress.