Apicoectomy
Root-End Resection Surgery
When is Surgery Needed?
Generally, a root canal is all that is needed to save teeth with injured pulp from extraction. Occasionally, this non-surgical procedure will not be sufficient to heal the tooth and your endodontist will recommend surgery.
- Hidden canals or fractures not visible on x-rays
- Damaged root surfaces or surrounding bone
- Persistent infection after initial treatment
The Procedure Process
A sophisticated microsurgical procedure designed to save your tooth.
Incision
A small incision is made in the gum tissue to expose the bone and inflamed tissue.
Removal
Damaged tissue is removed along with the very end of the root tip.
Filling
A root-end filling is placed to prevent reinfection of the root.
Healing
The gum is sutured. The bone naturally heals around the root over a few months.
High Success Rate
Apicoectomy procedures have a high success rate of over 90% when performed by specialists. This procedure often lasts a lifetime.