Root-End Surgery

Minimally Invasive Procedure for Long-Term Tooth Preservation

During an apicoec­tomy (root end surgery), the inflamed tip of a tooth root is surgi­cally removed. This prevents bacteria from spreading to the jawbone and causing bone loss and tooth loss. At IMPLA·VIO in Berlin, we perform root end surgery when conven­tional root canal treatment has not led to the desired healing success – for example, in cases of chronic inflamm­a­tion, cysts, or complex anato­mical condi­tions. The goal of an apicoec­tomy is to preserve the natural teeth. In our practice in Berlin-Friedenau, we perform the procedure under local anes­thesia – precisely and gently.

Retrograde Filling for a Secure, Bacteria-Tight Seal

During an apicoec­tomy, the inflamed root tip is removed through a small access in the bone, and the affected area is thoroughly cleaned. To prevent bacteria from re-entering, a retro­grade root filling is then performed. The root canal is sealed from the tip with a biocom­pa­tible filling material, ensuring a dense, permanent seal. Thanks to modern imaging and minimally invasive tech­ni­ques, the procedure at IMPLA·VIO in Berlin can be precisely planned and gently carried out – always keeping our goal in mind: long-term tooth preser­va­tion.