Apicoectomy
A minor surgical procedure that removes infected tissue at the tip of a tooth root when a root canal alone isn't enough.
What is Apicoectomy?
An apicoectomy removes infected tissue at the very tip of a tooth's root, along with a small portion of the root itself, when infection persists despite a previous root canal treatment. Your dentist or endodontist makes a small incision in the gum near the affected tooth to access the root tip directly, removes the infected tissue, and seals the end of the root to prevent further infection. This allows the tooth to be saved even when a standard root canal retreatment isn't sufficient. The procedure is performed under local anaesthesia and typically takes thirty minutes to an hour.
Why is this procedure performed?
- Persistent infection at a tooth's root tip following root canal treatment
- Pain or swelling near a previously root-canaled tooth
- Infection that has not resolved with root canal retreatment
- A desire to save a tooth rather than proceed with extraction
- Complex root canal anatomy that a standard retreatment cannot fully address
How does this procedure help?
An apicoectomy can save a tooth that would otherwise need to be extracted, resolving persistent infection at the root tip when conventional root canal treatment has not been sufficient. Most patients experience relief from pain and swelling as the area heals. This procedure has a strong success rate for preserving teeth that might otherwise be lost, avoiding the need for extraction and replacement.
How quickly can this be arranged in India?
Typical timeline in India
Same day to 1 week
Compared to Canada / USA
90%+ faster
Cost savings vs. Canada / USA
60–70% less
Context
Most dental procedures in India can be scheduled within days. Complex multi-session treatments are completed in 1–2 weeks — compared to months-long waits in Canada and the USA.
Timeline data based on publicly available data from the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) and NHS/Commonwealth Fund comparative studies. Cost estimates based on publicly available medical tourism cost comparisons, including Patients Beyond Borders. Actual costs vary by hospital and case complexity and are confirmed during your clinical assessment.
How does Medicay Global help?
We coordinate access to this procedure through our vetted hospital network in India, handling everything non-clinical along the way. Your Personal Medical Representative manages scheduling, logistics, and communication on your behalf, so you can focus on your health. Medicay Global coordinates access — all clinical decisions are made by licensed physicians.
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