Dental
Root canal, molar tooth (not including crown) cost in Tennessee
Compare cash prices for root canal, molar tooth (not including crown) at hospitals, clinics and other providers.
Typical cash price
In Tennessee
From 4 hospital and 3 clinic prices in Tennessee.
Nationwide typical: $829 (most listed prices $452–$2,100).
Cheapest in Tennessee
- $319
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $319
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $319
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $595
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Vanderbilt University Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $900
After-hours and weekend pricing may differ.
Source: nashvillesmilecreations.com · checked Sep 2026 - $900 per unit
After-hours and weekend pricing may differ.
Source: nashvillesmilecreations.com · checked Sep 2026 - $1,050
3–4 canals; procedure only. Crown recommended after most root canals and priced separately. Self-pay; insurance costs vary. Payment due at service. Complex-case fees may apply. New patients usually need an exam; exams/imaging required after…
Source: dentalerx.com · checked Oct 2026
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Common questions
Do I need a referral?
It depends on the service and the provider. Many clinics see self-pay patients directly; call ahead to check.
Why are prices so different?
Each hospital and clinic sets its own cash price. Hospitals publish prices because federal rules require it; clinics and booking sites set prices to compete. The same service can cost several times more at one place than at another nearby.
Can I pay cash if I have insurance?
Yes. You can choose to self-pay. A cash price is often lower than what you would pay before meeting your deductible. Cash payments may not count toward your deductible, so check with your plan. Our cash vs. insurance tool can help you decide.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
If you are uninsured or paying cash, providers must give you a Good Faith Estimate of the cost on request. If your final bill is $400 or more above the estimate, you can dispute it.