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Medical Conditions - Apicoectomy

Apicoectomy is otherwise known as root end surgery. It involves removing the root tip, and the root end is filled with a biocompatible material. Apicoectomy is needed in patients who develop an infection after having root canal treatment.

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What can be done for dental abscess after three rounds of root canal treatment?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. An X-ray would be required.

Does a hole in the palate after apicoectomy heal by itself?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Kindly let me know why you had the bone grafting procedure twice.

What causes a lump in the gums of upper front teeth?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Kindly upload an image of the lump. It can be a cyst or an abscess due to the crown. I need to find out soon. I need your cooperation and faith.

What to be done if a root canal fails, and is it painful?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern.

Is apicoectomy needed for RCT with a short working length?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have been through your query, and I can understand your concern. Endodontic treatment for any tooth when it is not completely done like in your case it is short.

I have a weird feeling in the apicoectomy site and pain in the neighboring roots. Please help.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for the pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Yes, in your x-ray, there is small radiolucency in the treated tooth.

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How can a patient overcome the pain associated with an overfilled gutta-percha?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your question, and I can understand your concern.

Can a patient undergo apicoectomy in RC-treated teeth?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I need your X-ray to explain the exact treatment plan and details, like the teeth number, adjacent teeth, and surrounding structures.

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