Apical Resection

Apical resection is the surgical removal of the inflamed area at the root tip of the tooth. It is applied in cases where root canal treatment alone is not sufficient to eliminate inflammation. It prevents increased inflammation and bone destruction. Apical resection is an operation that can be applied to all teeth. If the tooth root will remain too short after the procedure or if the operation may damage the nerve in the lower jaw, it is more appropriate to extract the tooth.

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In Which Situations Is Apical Resection Performed?

In cases of infection that does not pass with root canal treatment, In cases of cyst formation in the root of the tooth, In cases where root canal treatment cannot be applied due to deformity in the tooth root, When there is a fracture at the tip of the tooth root, When the tool breaks at the root tip during root canal treatment.

How is Apical Resection Performed?

Local anesthesia is applied and numbness is expected. After numbness, the gum flap is lifted and the bone at the root tip is abraded. If there is a cyst at the root tip, it is removed. The root end of the tooth is cut out. The cut root tip is sealed with a special material. The cavity is washed with saline. If there is a large gap, a bone graft is applied. Soft tissues are closed with sutures.

What Should Be Considered After Apical Resection Operation?

Hot, cold and hard foods and drinks should be avoided. The tampon should be kept in the mouth for half an hour to prevent bleeding. To prevent swelling, an ice pad should be applied externally to the surgical site. Excessive force should not be applied on the operated tooth. The medicines prescribed by the doctor should be used regularly.