After the administration of local anesthetic, the Endodontist creates an access through the gums in order to visualize the underlying bone. By assessing the area surrounding the tip of the root, infected tissue can be identified and removed.
The tip of the root is then trimmed and a space is created using precise ultrasonic instruments. The root end is then filled and the gums carefully structured in place to maximize tissue healing. Over time – which can be months to years – the area around the root tip will heal with bone.