Apicoectomy
An apicoectomy removes the tip of a tooth's root along with infected tissue when a root canal alone cannot resolve the infection. It saves the tooth by eliminating the source of infection.
Procedure Steps
- 1Pre-surgical imaging
- 2Local anesthesia
- 3Root tip removal and retrograde filling
- 4Suturing
FAQ
When is an apicoectomy needed?
When a root canal treatment or retreatment fails to resolve an infection at the root tip, an apicoectomy provides a surgical solution.
What is the success rate of apicoectomy?
Success rates are 85-97%. The procedure effectively saves teeth that would otherwise need extraction.
Treatment Details
- Recovery Time
- 1-2 weeks
- Average Cost
- $500-$1,500
- Category
- Oral Surgery