The cost of root canals varies depending on the tooth and whether it is being treated by a general dentist or an endodontist. Molars have more canals that need to be filled, so they tend more expensive, and endodontists typically charge more due to their specialty training. Other factors that may influence the cost of root canal may be the infrastructure cost of the clinic for example if the clinic uses state of art digital x-rays and other digital gadgets. A highly infected tooth may also need multiple visits to the clinic and can impact cost. The type of filling material for the root canal like the composition of sealer and quality of the gutta-percha filling material can also increase costs. The use of microscope and lasers can also escalate costs. The procedure cost of a single-rooted tooth (incisor or canine) may be anywhere from 3000 Indian rupees to 8000 Indian rupees, and a multi-rooted tooth (premolar or molar) may also cost a similar amount. Dental insurance plans do not cover root canal in India.