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Root canal treatment in Mexicali: compare clinic quotes

Typical price at border clinics: $250–$700, vs $700–$1,600 in the US. Get written quotes from license-verified dentists in Mexicali.

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What it is

A root canal removes infected or damaged pulp from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the canals, and usually ends with a crown to protect the tooth. Price depends on the tooth (front or molar) and whether retreatment is needed.

Trips needed

Typically 1 to 2 visits for the root canal itself. A crown is usually a separate visit or two, which adds time and cost.

Price comparison

$250–$700

at border clinics, vs $700–$1,600 typical in the US (~59% less)

Wide range: sources vary a lot for this treatment.

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Questions to ask any clinic

Is the price per tooth, and is it for a front tooth or a molar?
Is a crown included, or is it a separate charge?
What materials are used to seal the canals, and what is the warranty on the treatment?
What happens if the tooth needs retreatment or an apicoectomy later?
What is the license number (cédula profesional) of the dentist or endodontist who will treat the tooth?

Getting to Mexicali

From Calexico, cross on foot at the Calexico West port of entry (CBP port 250302), which is open 24 hours. Park on the US side and walk across; check current parking rules before you go. Clinics are a short ride from the crossing. To return to the US you must show a valid passport book, a passport card (land crossings only), or a SENTRI/NEXUS card. Check the live wait times at bwt.cbp.gov before you cross.