Apicoectomy Costs Near West Finchley | Endodontic Procedure Price

An apicoectomy, or root-end surgery, is typically recommended after a conventional root canal treatment has failed and retreatment isn’t a suitable option. You might need this procedure if infection or inflammation persists in the bony area around the end of your tooth. This can happen for several reasons: a cyst may have formed at the root tip, narrow or curved canals may have prevented a standard root canal from fully cleaning the area, or a crown and post might make retreatment difficult without causing damage. For example, a patient from West Finchley recently came to us with a molar that had a perfectly good crown but a lingering infection visible on a 3D scan. An apicoectomy allowed us to treat the infection without removing their expensive restoration. With success rates over 90 percent, it is a highly effective way to save a tooth that would otherwise need to be extracted.

At our Finchley practice, the price for an apicoectomy starts from £850. We believe in full transparency with no hidden fees. This starting price covers the surgical procedure itself, local anaesthetic, and all necessary follow-up appointments to monitor healing and remove stitches. The cost also includes the use of our advanced technology, such as dental operating microscopes for precision and 3D CBCT scanning for accurate diagnosis. The final fee can vary depending on the tooth’s location and the complexity of the surgery. During your initial 60-minute consultation, we’ll provide a detailed, fixed quote. We accept various payment methods and work with private dental insurance providers like Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna.

The process is straightforward and kept comfortable. First you will have a consultation with Dr. Reddy, who holds an MSc in Endodontics, and uses a 3D CBCT scan to examine the tooth’s root structure. The surgery lasts about 60-90 minutes. After numbing the area, a small gum incision provides access to the root tip. The infected tissue and the end of the root are removed. A small filling is placed to seal the canal. The gum is then stitched. You return 7-10 days later to have stitches removed and check healing. Most patients find the procedure manageable and report only pressure rather than pain.

Recovery is an important part of the treatment’s success. In the first 24 to 48 hours you can expect some swelling and possibly bruising, which you can manage with ice applied for 20 minutes at a time. Mild discomfort is normal and can be controlled with over-the-counter painkillers like ibuprofen. Stick to soft foods for a few days and avoid chewing at the surgical site. You should also avoid vigorous rinsing or exercise for the first three days to protect healing. Red flags, call during office hours (Mon/Wed/Fri 9-5, Tue/Thu 11-7): increasing pain that isn’t managed by painkillers after day 3, swelling that worsens after 72 hours, fever above 38 C or persistent bleeding. For any severe emergencies outside of these hours, contact NHS 111 or visit your nearest A&E.

While an apicoectomy is a good option, it is important to know your alternatives. The main choices are root canal retreatment or extraction. Root canal retreatment involves reopening the tooth to clean and seal the canals again. It can work but may not be possible if there’s a large post in the tooth or complex anatomy. Extraction removes the tooth and fixes the infection but creates a gap that may cause other teeth to shift. The space can be filled with a dental implant or bridge, which is a longer process and costs more in the long term than saving the natural tooth. During your consultation we will discuss why an apicoectomy might be the most conservative and effective choice for you.

To make an informed choice about your treatment consider these questions whether you see us or another practice in North London. What is your success rate with apicoectomies on this tooth type? Does the quoted price cover the initial consultation, 3D scans, and follow-up visits? What qualifications and experience do you have with microsurgical endodontics? What happens if the apicoectomy fails? Are there other alternatives for my case and what are their pros and cons? What magnification do you use during the procedure, for example a microscope? What is the long term plan to keep the tooth healthy?