TREATMENTS
Apical Surgery in Argüelles, Madrid
Apical surgery (apicoectomy) makes it possible to save teeth with persistent periapical infection that does not respond to conventional root canal treatment.
What is apical surgery?
Apical surgery or apicoectomy is a minor surgical procedure that involves accessing the apex (tip) of the tooth root through the gum to remove the infected tissue and seal the end of the root.
When is it indicated?
- Periapical infection that does not respond to conventional root canal treatment.
- A tooth with previous root canal treatment that develops an infection.
- A periapical cyst that does not resolve with conservative treatment.
- Root anatomy that prevents access to the canals from inside.
The procedure step by step
- Local anaesthetic of the area.
- Incision in the gum to access the bone.
- Removal of bone to expose the root apex.
- Resection of the apex and removal of the infected tissue.
- Retrograde filling: Sealing the end of the root with a biocompatible material (MTA).
- Closure with sutures of the gum.
Prognosis
Apical surgery has a long-term success rate of around 85–90%. It makes it possible to preserve the natural tooth and avoid extraction.
Benefits of this treatment
Saves the natural tooth
An alternative to extraction when the root canal is not enough.
High success rate
Around 85–90% long-term success.
Quick procedure
Performed in a single session under local anaesthetic.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about apical surgery in argüelles, madrid.
It is a microsurgery that removes the infection at the tip of the root when a previous root canal treatment has not solved the problem. It allows the tooth to be saved and avoids its extraction.
When a periapical infection persists despite conventional root canal treatment. We confirm this with an X-ray or 3D scan before planning the procedure.
It is done under local anaesthetic with a minimally invasive technique. Recovery is usually straightforward, with mild discomfort for the first few days.
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