Question 1

Indications for Surgery

Accepted Answer

Failure of conventional root canal treatment Persistent infection or abscess at the root tip Presence of fine fractures in the root tip area Difficulty reaching the canal due to crowns or bridges

Question 2

Procedure Steps

Accepted Answer

Local anesthesia to ensure a pain-free experience A small incision in the gum to access the bone and root Removal of the infected root tip and surrounding tissue Cleaning and sealing the root end with a special filling Suturing the gum to allow the tissue to heal

Question 3

Recovery and Aftercare

Accepted Answer

Use cold compresses to reduce swelling in the first 24 hours Adhere to prescribed antibiotics and painkillers Avoid hard or very hot foods for the first few days Maintain oral hygiene while avoiding the surgical site directly

Save Your Natural Teeth - Apicoectomy Root-End Surgery