Apicoectomy – Conroe, TX
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 your endodontist 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.
What is an Apicoectomy?
The video on the right 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.
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.
Fox Creek Endodontics
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Very good people. I would highly recommend.
- Tammy N
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As good as it possibly could be. Great staff!
- Mike T
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No one gets excited about hearing they need a root canal - but if you need one, Dr. Fox is the best! He & his staff are compassionate, friendly & provide great & precise care!
- Debbie K
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Very pleased they were able to work me in and even start treatment that same day. I have complete confidence in Dr. Fox and his staff. They are the best.
- Sharon B
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Great Experience
- Kendall M
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Painless and quick. Thank you.
- Barbara S
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Dr. Fox and staff are always so kind and genuinely care about their patients.
- Kari R
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Great doc and staff! I highly recommend this office!
- Angela W
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Finally can say I love going to the dr.
- Candice D
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Awesome treatment!
- Kevin K
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Dr Fox is such a kind man. I'm tankful to have him take care of me.
- Melissa S
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Great staff and dr! Would highly recommend! Couldn't believe I was falling asleep during a root canal!
- Robert D
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From the first minute I opened the office door I was greeted and welcomed warmly by the staff. I felt very confident that they knew exactly what they were doing . I relaxed completely. Dr Fox continued to explain every step in a way I could understand. The actual procedure was pain free. I am so thankful that Dr Fox and his team continue to provide this necessary service in such an outstanding way. Thank you all
- Gerrie S
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I had a root canal done & was very anxious about it, thinking it was going to hurt and be a very unpleasant experience. It turned out to be just the opposite. It didn't hurt. Dr. Fox was very gentle, caring and compassionate. It turned out I had an extra root and he was very patient working on me. I appreciated him so much. His office staff was very nice and the office was immaculate. The mobiles had a relaxing effect and took your mind off the root canal. I have since recommended him to my sister. He was excellent.
- Diane S
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Ceiling very interesting.
- Melvin L
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Excellent experience if you have to have it! I was hyper anxious & didn't think I could do this w/o being "knocked"out. DrFox & staff were wonderful!
- Linda E
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Wonderful Dr and staff It was a very clean office.
- Pat J
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I was very nervous about the procedure. Was really pleased with no pain. Lee and Kelle did an outstanding job. Thank you.
- Ronnie M
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Very relaxing atmosphere- great staff along with Dr. Fox
- Lisa L
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Very little pain, which was very pleasant. Would return.
- David T