Saves an infected or badly damaged tooth by cleaning out the inflamed nerve, disinfecting the canals and sealing them.
TimeUsually 60 to 90 minutes per visit, over 1 to 2 visits
Medical aidOften partly covered. Depends on your plan
AreasPretoria, Johannesburg & Gauteng
Saves the natural tooth
Done under local anaesthetic
Often needs 1 to 2 visits
Book root canal
We call you back to confirm a dentist near you
What's included
X-rays to see the roots and infection
Local anaesthetic
Removal of the infected nerve and cleaning of the root canals
Filling and sealing of the canals
A temporary or permanent filling on top
Who it's for
A tooth with deep decay, a lingering toothache, sensitivity that does not go away, a dental abscess or a cracked tooth that has reached the nerve.
What affects the price
Front tooth versus back molar (molars have more canals)
Whether a specialist (endodontist) does it
If a crown is needed afterwards, which is priced separately
How booking root canal works
From request to appointment, usually in one phone call.
Step 1Request a root canal assessment with the form
Step 2We call you back to confirm a practice and time
Step 3The dentist confirms with X-rays that a root canal is needed and gives a quote
Step 4Treatment is done over one or two visits, often followed by a crown
Medical aid and payment
Root canals are often paid partly from day-to-day or savings benefits and partly from other dental benefits, depending on your plan. Ask the practice for a quote to send to your medical aid.
The price range above is a guide based on typical Gauteng fees. Your dentist confirms the exact cost, and what your medical aid pays, before treatment.
Root Canal Treatment: questions
How much does root canal cost in Gauteng?
Most Gauteng dentists charge about R2,500–R6,000+ for root canal. Price depends on front tooth versus back molar (molars have more canals), whether a specialist (endodontist) does it. The dentist confirms the exact cost after examining you.
Does medical aid cover it?
Root canals are often paid partly from day-to-day or savings benefits and partly from other dental benefits, depending on your plan. Ask the practice for a quote to send to your medical aid.
Does a root canal hurt?
The tooth is numbed, so it should feel similar to a filling. It is common for the tooth to be tender for a few days afterwards.
Do I need a crown after a root canal?
Back teeth usually need a crown because they become more brittle after treatment. Your dentist will advise you.
How do I book?
Fill in the form on this page with your name, number and area. We call you back to confirm a dentist near you and a suitable appointment time.
Find a dentist for root canal near you
We arrange appointments across Gauteng. Choose your area for local information.