Apicoectomy in Salem
Why would I need endodontic surgery?
Generally, a root canal is all that is needed to save teeth with injured pulp from extraction. Occasionally, this non-surgical procedure will not be sufficient to heal the tooth and Dr. Garden or Dr. Mar will recommend surgery. Endodontic surgery can be used to locate fractures or hidden canals that do not appear on x-rays but still manifest pain in the tooth. Damaged root surfaces or the surrounding bone may also be treated with this procedure. The most common surgery used to save damaged teeth is an apicoectomy or root-end resection.
Apicoectomy Procedure | After Endodontic Surgery | Patient Reviews for Apical Surgery
What is an apicoectomy?
The video above illustrates this simple procedure. An incision is made in the gum tissue to expose the bone and surrounding inflamed tissue. The damaged tissue is removed along with the end of the root tip. A root-end filling is placed to prevent reinfection of the root and the gum is sutured. The bone naturally heals around the root over a period of months restoring full function.
Illustrated removal of infected dental tissue
1. Infected Tissue
2. Tissue Removed
3. Suture Placed
4. Healing Complete
What should I expect after an apicoectomy?
Following the procedure, there may be some discomfort or slight swelling while the incision heals. This is normal for any surgical procedure. To alleviate any discomfort, an appropriate pain medication will be recommended. If you have pain that does not respond to medication, please call our office: Salem VA Endodontic Office Phone Number 540-989-6648.
Dental Patient Reviews: Apical Surgery
This portion is in progress. If you wish to rate your experience with Roanoke Endodontics, we invite you to fill out an online patient review.
Roanoke Endodontics
Patient Review by Lynne Y
Every person in this office is professional, competent, clear, and glad to be of service. Dr Garden is well beyond competent, thorough, a great listener and communicator. She knows her stuff.
- Lynne Y
Patient Review by Linda S
Professional staff and Doctor. All is explained well and comfort of patient is given primary importance.
- Linda S
Patient Review by Bill W
The clinical support staff was also very empathetic and obviously cared about the comfort and outcome of their patients.
- Bill W
Patient Review by Bill W
This endodontic office is a treasure. They obviously care for their patients, care about the outcomes, and are very kind in their interactions.
- Bill W
Patient Review by Tammy A
I was very nervous about my procedure. Dr.Garden and her staff were excellent in explaining everything to me. I received excellent,compassionate,professional treatment and care. I highly recommend Dr. Garden!
- Tammy A
Patient Review by William W
Dr Garden and her staff were so compassionate, competent, friendly and professional that I would not consider going anywhere else for a procedure such as my apicoectomy. Very helpful and informative at every turn.
- William W
Patient Review by Reeves L
Dr. Garden and her staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. I feel like they do excellent work. My only wish is that they were a Delta Dental in-network insurance provider.
- Reeves L
Patient Review by Reeves L
Friendly staff; very thorough and professional. Dr. Garden is very professional.
- Reeves L
Patient Review by Vicky S
Dr. Garden and her staff are very courteous and professional. My procedure was explained to me in great detail and I was taken real good care of!
- Vicky S
Patient Review by Mark F
You make endodontics really ok!
- Mark F
Patient Review by Barbara D
I was very nervous, but received great reassurance from entire staff. Dr. Garden was very confident and skilled. I was very happy with how everything went. Everyone was great.
- Barbara D
Patient Review by Lynne Y
Dr Garden was especially professional and caring. I was able to speak directly with her after surgery as well. Staff very professional and friendly. Office is spotless.
- Lynne Y
Patient Review by WILLIAM P
I was very pleased
- WILLIAM P
Patient Review by Reeves L
Very pleased with the professionalism of the staff and doctor; procedure appeared to go very well
- Reeves L
Patient Review by Elizabeth E
Great first impression.
- Elizabeth E
Patient Review by Caroline W
You ladies are great! THANK YOU for taking such good care of me!!!
- Caroline W
Patient Review by Anna H
Again best dentist in Salem community.
- Anna H
Patient Review by Randy S
They were very attentive and made the procedure easy to understand. Dr. Garden called personally the following day to check to see how I was doing. A real class act.
- Randy S
Patient Review by Caroline W
Most pleasant endodontic experience EVER!!!!
- Caroline W
Patient Review by Bonnie L
My dentist office quickly made the appointment for me and everything moved quickly from there. Dr. Garden was so considerate of how I was feeling and did what needed to be done.
- Bonnie L