Apicoectomy

At Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania, our staff has saved and repaired teeth that are badly damaged or infected. Although we don’t perform root canals, we do perform Apicoectomy. In the cases where root canals are not enough, an apicoectomy is the next step. It is the most common surgery used to save damaged teeth.

 

An apicoectomy removes damaged tissue and seals a tooth’s roots from further infections. The procedure details a small incision made in the gum tissue, exposing the bone and inflamed tissue. The damaged tissue is removed along with the end of the root tip. A filling is placed to prevent infection, and the gum is sutured closed. The bone will naturally begin to heal around the root after a period of months. Afterward, the full function will be restored. Following the procedure, there may be slight discomfort and swelling while it heals. Follow any post-operation instructions given to you by our doctors. For pain relief, use medications approved or prescribed by your doctor.

 

If you have a tooth infection lingering after a root canal, or suspect something might be wrong, please contact us to discuss your treatment options. To learn more about the apicoectomy procedure and our other services, visit https://www.oralsurgerypa.com/ for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Bahram, Dr. Richman, Dr. Mohan, or Dr. Barunas in the Philadelphia, PA area, call 215-463-4141.