What the appointment may involve
Through a small gum incision, the root end and inflamed tissue are removed and the canal tip is sealed.
Good to know before choosing care
A consultation weighs surgical access, tooth prognosis, retreatment, and extraction alternatives.
Questions worth asking a practice
- What exam or records are needed before confirming that apicoectomy is appropriate?
- What alternatives, material choices, risks, and likely follow-up should I consider?
- Who will perform the procedure, and does my situation call for a specialist?
- What does the estimate include, and how will insurance benefits or financing be verified?