Apicoectomy
An apicoectomy, or root-end resection, is a surgical procedure that removes the infected tip of a tooth’s root to avoid extracting the tooth.
An apicoectomy ishelpfulfor several reasons
- It treats an infection that doesn’t heal after a root canal treatment.
- It offers a solution when retreating the root canal hasn’t been enough.
- It removes the infected part of the root, at the tip of the tooth.
- It allows you to keep the tooth and avoid extraction.
It’s important to follow your dentist’s instructions to ensure a quick, complication-free recovery.
Here are thestepsof an apicoectomy
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Anesthesia
Before starting, the dentist administers local anesthesia so you feel no pain during the procedure.
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Removing the root tip
After making an incision in the gum tissue and creating access through the bone, the dentist removes the infected part of the root with special instruments.
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Filling and sutures
The resulting space is filled with a special filling material, then the wound is closed with stitches that hold the gum tissue in place while it heals.
Follow-upcarefulafter the procedure
After the apicoectomy, your dentist prescribes pain medication and gives you advice for healing. Follow-up visits and X-rays then check the condition of the tooth.
Ourfees
- Apicoectomy
- Price on quote
- Scaling and cleaning for new patients, with two X-rays
- 155.-
- Check-up with a dentist
- between 80.- and 180.-
Frequently askedquestions
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We’re happy to answer any questions you may have. Feel free to write to us or give us a call.
Is an apicoectomy painful?
The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, so you shouldn’t feel any pain. Some discomfort may follow, relieved by the pain medication your dentist prescribes.
When is an apicoectomy recommended?
It is usually recommended when an infection doesn’t heal after a root canal treatment or a retreatment, to avoid extracting the tooth.
How long does the discomfort last after the procedure?
Some pain and discomfort are possible for a few days. They are relieved by the medication your dentist prescribes.
How does the dentist reach the root?
The dentist makes an incision in the gum tissue and creates access through the bone to the infected root. The affected tip is removed, then the space is filled with a special material.
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