Sometimes, infection or inflammation around a tooth may persist even after conventional root canal treatment. In such situations, surgical endodontics may be considered to access and treat areas around the root that cannot be adequately managed through routine root canal procedures.
At Creating Smiles, Dr. Neilmoulo Seth and the dental team carefully evaluate the affected tooth and recommend an appropriate treatment approach based on clinical findings and diagnostic imaging.
Endodontic surgery may be considered in cases involving:
Persistent infection after root canal treatment
Infection or inflammation around the root tip
Complex root canal anatomy
Previously treated teeth with recurring symptoms
Certain root-related dental problems
Conditions that cannot be fully managed through conventional endodontic treatment
A detailed examination and appropriate dental imaging are important before deciding whether surgery is required.
Depending on the condition, surgical endodontic treatment may involve accessing the area surrounding the root of the affected tooth, removing infected or inflamed tissue and treating the root-end area.
One commonly performed procedure is an apicoectomy (root-end surgery), in which the affected root tip and surrounding infected tissue are treated to help preserve the tooth.
When clinically appropriate, surgical endodontics may help:
Address persistent infection
Preserve a natural tooth
Manage problems around the tooth root
Reduce the need for tooth extraction
Support long-term dental function
At Creating Smiles, treatment planning focuses on preserving natural teeth whenever clinically possible. Dr. Neilmoulo Seth and the team combine careful diagnosis, modern dental techniques, strict hygiene protocols and personalised care throughout treatment.
Experiencing problems with a previously root canal-treated tooth? Book a consultation with Dr. Neilmoulo Seth at Creating Smiles.
