Apicoectomy
Apicoectomy, also known as root-end resection, is a surgical endodontic procedure performed to address persistent infections or complications that arise after a traditional root canal therapy. This procedure involves removing the infected root tip and sealing the end of the root to prevent further infection.
When is an Endodontic surgery Necessary?
- Failed Root Canal Therapy: When a root canal procedure fails to eliminate infection or address complications, an apicoectomy becomes necessary.
- Persistent Periapical Infection: If a periapical infection persists even after a root canal, Endodontic surgery offers a solution.
- Root Fractures or Blockages: In cases of root fractures or blockages that prevent proper root canal cleaning, Endodontic surgery may be required.
- Periapical surgery: This type of surgery can be used to remove cysts, or to repair damaged root surfaces.
- Root surgery: This surgery is a last line of defense in saving a tooth.
The Periapical surgery Procedure
- The dentist will numb the area around the affected tooth.
- A small incision is made in the gum tissue to expose the underlying bone and infected root tip.
- Root-end resection: The infected root tip is removed, and any surrounding infected tissue is cleaned.
- A filling is placed at the end of the root to seal it and prevent further infection.
- The gum tissue is sutured back into place.
Benefits of Periapical surgery
- Saves the natural tooth: Endodontic surgery allows for the preservation of a natural tooth that would otherwise require extraction.
- Eliminates persistent infections: The procedure effectively removes infected tissue and seals the root to prevent recurrence.
- Relieves pain and discomfort: By addressing the underlying infection, apicoectomy alleviates pain and discomfort associated with persistent root canal issues. click to see all the dental care services.
