Apicoectomy
The final step to lasting relief. An apicoectomy is a precise, advanced procedure that eliminates the root of the infection, saving your tooth and restoring your natural smile
Apicoectomy (Surgical Root Canal)
An apicoectomy is a minor surgical procedure used when a standard root canal or re-root canal treatment isn’t enough to fully eliminate infection at the tip of a tooth’s root. It’s often considered a last-resort option to save a tooth that would otherwise need to be extracted.
During the procedure, a small incision is made in the gum to expose the underlying bone and the infected root tip. The dentist or endodontist carefully removes the inflamed tissue along with the very end of the root. Once the area is cleaned, a small filling is placed to seal the root canal from the tip, preventing future infection and promoting healing.
Apicoectomy is a highly targeted treatment that allows the rest of the tooth structure to remain intact. With proper care, it can preserve your natural tooth for many years and relieve persistent discomfort caused by deep-root infections.
What to Expect After Your Apicoectomy
Following the procedure, your dentist will provide detailed post-operative instructions to ensure a smooth recovery
Discomfort and Swelling
It's normal to experience some discomfort, swelling, and slight bleeding in the days following the surgery. These symptoms will gradually subside.
Medication
To help manage any post-operative discomfort and prevent infection, your dentist will prescribe pain medication and possibly antibiotics
Numbness
In some cases, you may experience temporary numbness in the surgical area. If the procedure was on a lower back tooth, this may affect your lower lip.
Gum Tissue
It's possible that the gum tissue around the surgical site will recede slightly, making the tooth appear a bit longer.
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