Costs & Pricing7 min read2026-02-17

Root Canal Treatment Cost in Dubai 2026: What to Expect

Complete guide to root canal costs in Dubai. Compare prices by tooth type, clinic area, and understand what's included in the treatment.

Root Canal Treatment Cost in Dubai

Root canal treatment in Dubai costs between AED 1,000 and AED 5,000 per tooth, depending on the tooth location, number of canals, and clinic. This is significantly cheaper than the US (where root canals average $700-$1,500 before the crown) while maintaining high clinical standards.

Price Breakdown by Tooth Type

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Front tooth (1 canal)1,000 – 2,000270 – 545
Molar (3-4 canals)2,500 – 5,000680 – 1,360
Re-treatment (failed root canal)3,000 – 6,000815 – 1,635
Crown (after root canal)1,500 – 4,000410 – 1,090

What's Included in the Price?

Most Dubai dental clinics include the following in their root canal pricing:

  • X-rays and diagnosis (periapical X-ray, sometimes CBCT scan)
  • Local anesthesia
  • The root canal procedure (cleaning, shaping, filling the canals)
  • Temporary filling
  • Follow-up appointment
  • Not usually included: The dental crown, which is almost always recommended after a root canal on back teeth. Budget AED 1,500-4,000 extra for the crown.

    When Do You Need a Root Canal?

    Common signs that you might need root canal treatment:

  • Severe toothache that worsens with pressure or hot/cold
  • Prolonged sensitivity to temperature that lingers after the stimulus is removed
  • Dark discoloration of the tooth
  • Swelling or tenderness in nearby gums
  • A persistent pimple on the gums (fistula)
  • Root Canal vs. Extraction: What's Better?

    Many patients ask whether extraction is cheaper. While pulling a tooth costs AED 300-800, you'll need a replacement — either an implant (AED 5,000-15,000) or bridge (AED 3,000-8,000). Saving the natural tooth with a root canal is almost always the better investment.

    Best Areas for Affordable Root Canals

    Clinics in Deira, Al Qusais, Bur Dubai, and Al Nahda typically offer the most competitive root canal pricing. Many endodontists (root canal specialists) in these areas trained at top universities in Europe, India, and the Middle East.

    How to Choose a Clinic

  • Ask if they use a microscope — microscope-assisted root canals have higher success rates
  • Check if the dentist is an endodontist (specialist) vs. general dentist
  • Ask about the filling material — gutta-percha is the gold standard
  • Inquire about rubber dam usage — essential for proper isolation during treatment
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