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Stop a Tooth Infection With an Apicoectomy in Olympia

Most infections respond well to root canal treatment. However, if the tissue at the tip of your tooth root becomes infected, in addition to the inner part of your tooth, you may need a treatment called an apicoectomy. In Olympia, you’ll get the best results by trusting this procedure to our expert team. With treatment from Dr. Goerig or one of his skilled endodontists, you will:

Save your natural tooth and the appearance of your smile
Stop the infection from putting other healthy teeth at risk
Minimize your risk for future infections
Benefit from advanced technology like 3-D imaging and a laser
Feel comfortable during and after treatment
Trust you are getting the best in dental care

Call 360-525-2882 for an appointment. We’re open as early as 7:30 a.m.

Heal Your Tooth With a Stress-Free Procedure

Apicoectomy involves accessing the tip of the tooth’s root and removing a small portion along with the infected tissue. Like a standard root canal, the objective is to save your tooth and help you avoid an extraction.

Dr. Albert Goerig leads our practice and has decades of experience. He teaches clinical techniques to other endodontists across North America. You can trust his experience, and his chosen team of endodontist specialists. They have the expertise and training to successfully perform your procedure.

Our endodontists use advanced techniques and technologies to ensure your procedure is successful and stress-free. Our 3-D imaging technology allows us to see everything we need to plan the procedure. A laser allows for complete and comfortable removal of the infection, while preserving more of your dental structure. The laser also emits less sound and sensation than other instruments.

Here is what you can expect during treatment:

A local anesthetic is administered to ensure you won’t feel a thing. You can also opt for sedation if you’d like.
Your endodontist will make a small incision in the gums to access the root tip. The infected tissue is cleared away using laser technology.
A small portion of the root is removed. The inside portion and the surrounding area are thoroughly disinfected. A small filling restores the root end for protection.
We’ll close the surgical area and give you aftercare instructions to protect the treatment area and encourage the healing process.

Feel at Ease in Our Soothing Environment

Our team goes the extra mile to make sure you are comfortable. Your endodontist uses a thoughtful and compassionate approach to care. We ensure you fully understand what to expect during your procedure. We never rush you or disregard patient concerns. You will appreciate:

Private care rooms, so you can have your procedure in peace
A blanket or pillow, to help you relax while we work on your smile
A patient-first approach from a team that cares about you and your needs

Call 360-525-2882 for apicoectomy in Olympia. You can also schedule online. Visit our specialists to save your teeth and keep your smile intact!

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Fronica S.

Thank you Northwest Endodontics, Olympia branch, you far exceeded my expectations!!!!!! Dr. Behnen and his assistant (I can’t remember her name) were wonderful!! They made me feel safe and at ease throughout my entire emergency root canal. I cannot thank them enough for the service they provided me today! I was having severe, severe, relentless tooth pain for the last 3 days and due to me having to work, I was not able to call anyone to be seen for dental care until today… which of course allowed the pain to intensely escalate… I called them as a new patient right when they opened and explained my situation. The front desk gentleman who answered the phone was incredibly competent, professional, kind, respectful and so quick to get me an appointment the same day during my time of distress and pain, which was so wonderful to not have to explain too much or answer too many questions in a moment like that. Once I arrived, from start to finish of the entire experience I was greeted professionally, kindly, with great compassion, empathy and genuine care for my acute exhausting and extremely painful tooth crisis. They were also respectful and listened to what I had to say about my concerns and worries, in addition without me prompting them, they continuously educated me about what they were doing throughout the entire process, which again allowed me to feel I was in safe hands and put me at ease throughout the entire appointment. I am so thankful and incredibly impressed by this particular office. The fact that the entire group of staff displayed the ability and skill to not only perform their tasks in their individual professions but they simultaneously were able to have excellent bedside manner, keep me in the loop of what they were doing, be respectful of my concerns or questions, to allow me to feel heard, (and I could go on and on) created the best experience I have had anywhere in dental/health care in a long time!! Thank you all!!!

Common Questions About Apicoectomy

What is an apicoectomy? + –

An apicoectomy is a dental surgery where the tip of the tooth root is removed. It is done when inflammation or infection persists in the bony area around the end of your tooth after a root canal procedure. During an apicoectomy, your dentist will remove the infected gum tissue and the end of the root of your tooth. He’ll then seal the tooth root. This procedure will restore the health of your tooth and ensure it remains intact.

Does an apicoectomy hurt? + –

An apicoectomy only has minor discomfort when performed by an expert like one of our specialists. We’ll numb your mouth so you don’t feel a thing. However, you can also choose to receive laughing gas or oral sedation. By visiting endodontic specialists, you can trust you’re receiving the best possible experience. Unlike general dentists, we have years of training in this specific area.

How much does an apicoectomy cost? + –

Each patient is unique, and each apicoectomy case is different. So it isn’t possible to give you an estimate for your procedure without performing an exam, taking X-rays, and working up a treatment plan. Once we have gathered the information we need, we’ll be happy to give you a price for your treatment. As a convenience, we offer third-party financing options that allow you to pay off your treatment over time.

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