Root canal cost in Ireland
A root canal in Ireland costs €390 to €700 on a front tooth, €490 to €800 on a premolar and €590 to €1,250 on a molar (€900 to €1,250 with a specialist endodontist). Adding a crown on a back tooth costs €800 to €1,200. Because both qualify as non-routine care on Form Med 2, you can claim 20% back through Revenue myAccount.
What you pay at the clinic, what you get back in tax relief, and why back teeth cost more than front teeth.
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Calculate your root canal and tax relief
Pick the tooth, whether you need a crown on top, and whether you are claiming 20% non-routine dental tax relief on Form Med 2 or using a Medical Card.
Estimated cost guide
€1,112 to €1,960 after 20% relief
Clinic price: €1,390 to €2,450 · Med 2 refund: €278 to €490
Both root canal treatment (endodontics) and dental crowns qualify for 20% non-routine health expenses tax relief on Form Med 2. On €590 to €1,250 for a molar (3 to 4 canals) plus €800 to €1,200 for a crown (€1,390 to €2,450 at the clinic), claiming 20% back in Revenue myAccount brings your net cost to €1,112 to €1,960.
Ask a local clinic for a priceRoot canal prices before and after 20% tax relief
| Tooth / treatment | Gross clinic price | 20% Med 2 refund | Net cost after 20% relief |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front tooth (incisor / canine), 1 canal | €390 to €700 | −€78 to €140 | €312 to €560 |
| Premolar, 1 to 2 canals | €490 to €800 | −€98 to €160 | €392 to €640 |
| Molar, 3 to 4 canals (general dentist) | €590 to €900 | −€118 to €180 | €472 to €720 |
| Molar, 3 to 4 canals (specialist endodontist) | €900 to €1,250 | −€180 to €250 | €720 to €1,000 |
| Root canal re-treatment | €690 to €1,500 | −€138 to €300 | €552 to €1,200 |
| Dental crown (zirconia / porcelain) | €800 to €1,200 | −€160 to €240 | €640 to €960 |
| Molar root canal + crown, combined | €1,390 to €2,450 | −€278 to €490 | €1,112 to €1,960 |
Our sums at the standard 20% income tax rate on Revenue's Form Med 2. You pay the clinic in full and claim the 20% back in Revenue myAccount.
Why quotes vary from tooth to tooth
Dentists price root canals by the number of root canals inside the tooth and how complex they are to clean and seal:
- Number of canals. Upper and lower incisors and canines almost always have a single straight canal (€390 to €700). Premolars have one or two (€490 to €800). First and second molars have three or four canals (€590 to €1,250), often curved or narrow.
- General dentist vs specialist endodontist. A general dentist handles straightforward root canals in-house. If roots are curved, calcified, or previously treated, they refer you to an endodontist who works with a surgical operating microscope and 3D CBCT imaging (€900 to €1,250 for a molar).
- The restoration on top. The root canal seals the roots below the gum, but the top of the tooth still needs rebuilding. A front tooth usually takes a composite filling (€120 to €210 if not included); a molar or premolar usually needs a full crown (€800 to €1,200) so the weakened walls do not fracture when you chew.
What to ask for in your written treatment plan
- Whether the fee covers all appointments needed to finish the root canal (most molars take one or two visits of 60 to 90 minutes).
- Whether the final composite core filling is included or itemised separately.
- Whether the tooth will need a post (€150 to €300) and a full crown (€800 to €1,200) afterwards, and how long to wait before fitting the crown.
- A signed Form Med 2 receipt as soon as the root canal and crown are paid so you can submit your 20% tax relief claim.
Get a root canal price from one local clinic
Tap the tooth, where things stand and your county. Your enquiry goes to one Dental Council-registered dental clinic covering your county, and they contact you to arrange an X-ray and a written treatment plan.
Questions patients ask
What is the total cost of a molar root canal and crown in Ireland?
A molar root canal (€590 to €1,250) plus a crown (€800 to €1,200) comes to €1,390 to €2,450 before tax relief, or €1,112 to €1,960 after claiming 20% back on Form Med 2.
Is an X-ray included in the root canal price?
The working X-rays taken during the root canal procedure are normally included in the treatment fee. Your initial diagnostic consultation and periapical X-ray is usually €60 to €150, and a 3D CBCT scan (if needed for a complex molar) is €120 to €200.
Can I spread the cost of a root canal and crown?
Yes, because the treatment happens in stages. You pay for the consultation first, then the root canal appointment(s), and often wait 2 to 8 weeks for the tooth to settle before the crown preparation appointment.
Need a price or an appointment for a root canal?
One Dental Council-registered clinic covering your county contacts you. Nothing is booked until you have a written treatment plan.