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apicoectomy
Apicoectomy is a minor surgical procedure performed to remove the infected tip of a tooth’s root when root canal treatment alone cannot eliminate persistent infection. It helps preserve the natural tooth and surrounding bone structure.
During the procedure, the surgeon carefully removes the infected tissue, seals the root end, and promotes proper healing. Apicoectomy prevents extraction, restores oral health, and supports long-term dental stability.
Treatments
Removal of Wisdom Teeth
Apicoectomy
Frenectomy
What We Do
Comprehensive Diagnosis
We perform detailed clinical examinations and digital X-rays to accurately identify persistent root infections requiring precise apicoectomy treatment planning.
Advanced Imaging Support
Modern radiographic technology ensures clear visualization of root anatomy, enabling accurate surgical intervention with minimal tissue disruption.
Expert Surgical Care
Experienced dental surgeons carefully remove infected root tips while preserving natural tooth structure and surrounding healthy bone.
Our Subspecialities
General Dentistry Medicine
Radiographs
Endodontics
Esthetic Dentistry
Oral Surgery
Orthodontics & TMJ
Prosthodontics
Apicoectomy is a minor surgical procedure that removes infection from the root tip when root canal treatment fails. It preserves the natural tooth, prevents extraction, and promotes long-term oral health.
At Nishat Hospital, we perform precise apicoectomy using advanced imaging and microsurgical techniques to remove persistent infection, preserve natural teeth, ensure patient comfort, and deliver safe, successful outcomes.
FAQs
Apicoectomy
Apicoectomy is a minor surgical procedure removing the infected root tip and surrounding tissue to preserve the natural tooth when root canal treatment fails.
It is recommended when infection persists after root canal therapy, preventing extraction and protecting surrounding bone and healthy oral structures.
Yes, it targets the root tip surgically after failed root canal therapy, addressing persistent infection inaccessible through conventional endodontic retreatment.
Symptoms Indicating Apicoectomy
Persistent pain, swelling, gum boils, or infection around previously treated teeth indicate need for apicoectomy evaluation and specialist consultation.
Yes, hidden canals or complex anatomy may cause reinfection, requiring apicoectomy to remove infected tissue and seal the root tip.
Not always. Some infections remain painless yet visible on X-rays, making regular dental examinations essential for early detection.
Procedure Details
The surgeon numbs area, lifts gum tissue, removes infected root tip and surrounding tissue, then seals root end before suturing.
Procedure usually takes thirty to ninety minutes depending on tooth location, complexity, and extent of infection involved.
No, it is outpatient procedure performed under local anesthesia, allowing patients to return home same day comfortably.
Technology and Equipment
Yes, Nishat Hospital utilizes digital imaging and precision surgical instruments ensuring accurate diagnosis, minimal tissue trauma, and improved healing outcomes.
Yes, surgical microscopes enhance visibility of root structures, increasing success rates and ensuring thorough removal of infected tissue.
With modern sterilization protocols and experienced specialists, apicoectomy at Nishat Hospital is safe, controlled, and predictable.
Pain and Anesthesia
Procedure is painless due to local anesthesia; mild discomfort afterward is manageable with prescribed medications and proper care.
Local anesthesia is commonly used, ensuring patient comfort and awareness without general sedation.
Numbness typically lasts two to four hours after procedure, depending on anesthetic type and patient sensitivity.
Benefits of Apicoectomy
It preserves natural tooth, eliminates infection, prevents extraction, restores function, and protects surrounding bone and oral health.
Yes, apicoectomy aims to save tooth structure and maintain natural bite alignment and chewing efficiency.
Yes, removing infection prevents spread to adjacent teeth and tissues, supporting overall dental stability.
Purpose of Apicoectomy
The purpose of apicoectomy is to eliminate persistent infection at the root tip of a tooth when conventional root canal treatment cannot fully resolve the problem. It helps remove infected tissue and prevent further damage.
This procedure preserves the natural tooth, maintains surrounding bone structure, and restores oral health. By sealing the root end, apicoectomy prevents reinfection and supports long-term dental stability.
- Removes infection from the root tip
- Recommended after failed root canal treatment
- Preserves natural tooth structure
- Prevents tooth extraction
- Seals root end to avoid reinfection
- Minimally invasive surgical procedure
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Appointment Booking & Referrals
Nishat Hospital offers a streamlined appointment booking and referral system, ensuring patients can easily schedule consultations with specialists. Our team assists with quick referrals, minimizing delays in accessing quality care and treatment
