ApicoectomyIn San Diego
What is an Apicoectomy?
Apicoectomy is a microsurgical procedure used to remove the tip of a tooth’s root and the surrounding infected tissue when a previous root canal has not fully healed or has become reinfected.
Persistent Symptoms After a Root Canal
If you’ve had a root canal but continue to experience discomfort, swelling, or sensitivity, an apicoectomy may be the next step to preserve your tooth.
Bone Infection Around the Root Tip
Infections or cysts at the very tip of the root that don’t respond to traditional retreatment often require this surgical solution.
Fractured or Hidden Root Anatomy
Apicoectomy can address complications such as tiny root fractures or additional canals that were missed during initial treatment.
To Avoid Tooth Extraction
When retreatment alone isn’t enough to save a tooth, apicoectomy provides a way to treat the infection without resorting to extraction.
The Benefits of Apicoectomy
Preserves Your Natural Tooth
Apicoectomy helps retain your natural tooth when other treatment options are no longer effective.
Targets the Root of the Problem
By removing the infected root tip and sealing the area, this microsurgical approach resolves deep infections and prevents reinfection.
Promotes Long-Term Healing
Removing infected tissue and closing the root end supports proper bone healing and long-term stability.
Our Approach to Apicoectomy
At Relieve Root Canal Specialists, we use advanced microsurgical techniques and high-powered magnification to ensure precision, minimize trauma, and optimize healing. Your comfort and long-term results are our priority.
The Apicoectomy Treatment Process
Local Anesthesia and Access
We begin by numbing the area thoroughly and making a small incision in the gum to expose the root tip and surrounding bone.
Removal of Infected Tissue
The infected root tip and surrounding inflamed tissue are carefully removed under magnification to ensure accuracy.
Root-End Filling and Closure
We clean and seal the root canal from the tip with a biocompatible material, then suture the gum tissue to allow proper healing.
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