How Much Does a Root Canal Cost in Los Angeles?
Cash-price estimates for Los Angeles, CA. Sources: ADA Survey of Dental Fees, Fair Health consumer benchmarks.
Estimated cash price in Los Angeles
Root Canal · D3310–D3330
$825 – $1,770
Typical range for root canal (before insurance). ADA CDT codes identify the procedure type on your bill.
- Front tooth (D3310)$710 – $1,300
- Bicuspid (D3320)$825 – $1,650
- Molar (D3330)$1,180 – $2,125
Los Angeles vs national average
Based on regional cost index — 18% above the national average.
Los Angeles
$825 – $1,770
National
$700 – $1,500
Why is a root canal so expensive?
Root canal fees rise with tooth location, canal count, and whether an endodontist performs the work. Molars typically cost more than front teeth. Microscopes, imaging, and follow-up visits add to the total. Metro cost multipliers further shift local cash prices.
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Submit your billFrequently asked questions
Typical cash-pay prices for root canal run about $700–$1,500 nationally before insurance. Local metros, materials, and case complexity move the final number — get a written quote before treatment.
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