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Root canal treatment in Tijuana: 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 Tijuana.
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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.
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 Tijuana
From San Diego, the pedestrian crossing at San Ysidro (CBP port 250401) is the most common route to the clinic areas. Parking is on the US side; check current rules and fees before you go. Walking or using a rideshare/taxi on the Mexican side are common options. Alternatively, the Otay Mesa passenger crossing (250601) serves other parts of the city. To return to the US you must show a valid passport book, a passport card (land crossings only), or a SENTRI/NEXUS card. Pedestrian waits at San Ysidro can be long at peak hours; check the live times at bwt.cbp.gov before you cross.