Apicoectomy Recovery Timeline: Healing Week by Week
If you've recently undergone an apicoectomy—or have one scheduled—you may be wondering what recovery will look like. Fortunately, most patients heal smoothly and return to their normal routines within a few days. However, understanding the typical apicoectomy recovery timeline can help you know what symptoms are expected and when it may be time to contact your provider. While every patient heals differently, here's a general week-by-week guide to what you can expect after treatment. What Is an Apicoectomy? An apicoectomy, sometimes called a root-end surgery, is a procedure performed when inflammation or infection persists after a root canal. During the
