Galleria Dental Clinic provides root canal treatment a 5-minute walk from Jamsil Station (Exit 4) in Songpa, Seoul. Root canal (endodontic) treatment removes the inflamed or infected pulp, the nerve and blood vessels inside the tooth, then cleans and seals the canals so the tooth can be kept instead of extracted.
Signs you may need a root canal
- a throbbing toothache, even at rest, that is worse at night
- strong or lingering pain with hot food or drinks
- decay deep enough to reach the nerve
- a broken tooth or an injury that exposed the nerve
Brief sensitivity to cold only is often a different problem that can be managed without a root canal. The dentist decides after an X-ray and exam.
How root canal treatment works
- Diagnosis: X-rays show the roots and the extent of inflammation
- Cleaning: the infected pulp is removed and the canals are disinfected
- Filling: the clean canals are sealed to prevent reinfection
- Crown: the weakened tooth is covered with a crown to protect it
How many visits, and how the cost is split
A root canal is done over several visits: the canals are cleaned, the inflammation is allowed to settle, and the tooth is sealed once it is free of infection. Molars with several roots or severe inflammation may need more visits; front teeth with a single root often need fewer. The treatment itself is covered by Korean national health insurance, while the crown placed afterwards is a separate, uninsured fee that depends on the material.
※ Treatment fees and outcomes depend on each patient's oral condition, and this page does not guarantee results. Exact details are explained after an in-person exam and CT diagnosis.