Root Canal Therapy in Turkey
Also known as: Root canal therapy · Endodontic treatment · Endodontic therapy · Root canal procedure · Dental root canal treatment
Root canal therapy at Auradentis in Istanbul removes the infected nerve, cleans and seals the canals under local anaesthetic, usually in one visit of 60–90 minutes. It is quoted per case after your photos are reviewed; you receive a written price before you book.
- Price
- from €130
- Visits
- 1 visit
- Appointments
- 1–2 of 60–90 min
- Success rate
- 80–95%*
Last updated 2026-10-14
35 min · Istanbul AirportWhat it is
Therapy means the tooth is saved rather than extracted; after healing it is protected with a filling or crown.
Root canal therapy saves the tooth when the root is sound; if the tooth is cracked to the root or too little remains to restore, an extraction and implant is the more reliable long-term answer.
The appointment is sixty to ninety minutes under local anaesthetic, with the tooth isolated under a rubber dam so nothing from the mouth enters the canals. Magnification is used to find and clean them. Most teeth are completed in one appointment; a tooth with active infection sometimes needs a second.
A root canal saves a tooth whose nerve is infected or dead: the canals are cleaned, disinfected and sealed, and the tooth is then protected with a filling or crown. It is how you keep a tooth instead of extracting it.
Root canals are done by an endodontist or dentist using magnification and rotary instruments. Most are completed in one appointment. *Success is 90–95% when the tooth is vital with no lesion or unusual anatomy, around 80% for a non-vital tooth, and around 60% for retreatment of an old root canal; a tooth with a lesion that needs several sessions is better treated at home.
- Why patients choose it
- Keeps your own tooth
- Endodontist or dentist, magnification
- Often one appointment
- Pain gone once the infection is removed
Prices, published
Indicative 2026 ranges compared with the UK and Germany. Your written quote is fixed before you book a flight.
Price basis: per tooth
- Root canal treatmentAuradentis€130UK£400–900Germany€400–800
- Molar root canal treatmentAuradentis€190UK£600–1,200Germany€600–1,000
| Option | Auradentis, Istanbul | UK | Germany |
|---|---|---|---|
| Root canal treatment | €130 | £400–900 | €400–800 |
| Molar root canal treatment | €190 | £600–1,200 | €600–1,000 |
- Consultation and X-rays
- Premium composite materials
- Airport transfers, 25 minutes each way
- Patient coordinator on WhatsApp before, during and after
- Video follow-up once you are home
Our own list price, quoted in euros. A crown on the treated tooth is priced separately. UK and German figures are typical private fees, for comparison.
Step by step
- 1Before you fly
X-ray review
Send an X-ray if you have one, or photos and a description of the pain. We plan the canal and any crown together.
- 2Day 1 · 60–90 min
Cleaning and shaping
Local anaesthetic, rubber dam, canals located under magnification, cleaned and shaped.
- 3Day 1–2
Filling and sealing
Canals sealed with gutta-percha; a second visit only if the infection needs more time.
- 4Day 3–6
Crown
Back teeth usually get a zirconium crown to prevent fracture.
Is it right for me?
Usually a good fit
- ✓Toothache, especially at night or with heat
- ✓Abscess or swelling
- ✓Deep decay or crack reaching the nerve
- ✓A tooth that needs a crown but has a dead nerve
Not ideal, or treated first
- –Vertical root fracture (extraction and implant instead)
- –Teeth with too little structure left to restore
- –Very curved or blocked canals may need a specialist retreatment plan
What can go wrong
Every treatment has risks. Here are the honest ones, and what we do about them.
Persistent infection (5–10%)
Some teeth do not heal and need retreatment or apical surgery. We tell you the odds for your tooth before starting.
Fracture
A root-treated back tooth without a crown can crack. That is why the crown is part of the plan.
Post-treatment soreness
Tenderness on biting for a few days is normal and settles with over-the-counter painkillers.
Aftercare and how long it lasts
- Avoid chewing on the tooth until the crown is fitted
- Painkillers for 2–3 days if needed
- Normal brushing and flossing
- Check X-ray at 12 months, which can be sent to us
A root-treated tooth with a crown can last as long as any other tooth: 10–20 years or more.
Questions patients ask
How much is root canal therapy in Turkey?
It is quoted per case after your photos are reviewed; a crown afterwards is listed separately, and you receive a written price before you book.
Is root canal therapy painful?
No. The tooth is fully numbed; the treatment relieves the pain of the infection. Mild tenderness for a few days is normal.
Do I need a crown after a root canal?
Back teeth usually yes, to prevent cracking; front teeth often manage with a filling. We advise per tooth.
Is root canal therapy painful?
The procedure is done under anaesthetic and most patients describe it as easier than the toothache that brought them in. Tenderness when biting for a few days afterwards is normal.
Does the tooth need a crown afterwards?
A back tooth usually does, because it has lost structure and can split. A front tooth with a small access cavity is often restored with composite instead.
How much is a root canal in Turkey?
€130 per tooth, or €190 on a molar, against £400–900 privately in the UK. A crown on the treated tooth is priced separately.
Does it hurt?
No. With modern anaesthetic the procedure is painless; it is the infection before treatment that hurts. Mild tenderness afterwards is normal.
Can it be done in one visit?
Usually yes, including the crown, within four to six days. Teeth with large abscesses may need a second appointment.
Can I fly straight after?
Yes. Pressure changes can cause mild discomfort in the first day, so we schedule the canal early in your stay.
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