Gum swelling after apicoectomy | Swelling after apicoectomy

Gum swelling after apicoectomy

In a root tip resection, the gums must be cut open with a scalpel to reach the root tip. Cutting and unfolding traumatizes and irritates the gums, so that after the procedure, swelling can occur at the edges of the wound, which can become inflamed. The signs of inflammation cause wound pain, the region in the gums becomes red and thick and sensitive to pressure. However, this swelling disappears completely after one to two weeks. Antibiotics can be administered before the operation so that the bacteria have no chance of infecting the wound.

Swelling of the palate after apicoectomy

A swelling of the palate is also possible in the upper jaw. This reaction after the surgical procedure is realistic if the root of the upper teeth on the palate side is removed. Then the surgical access to the root is placed on the palate and the tip of the root is removed.

By using a scalpel (or an electrotome) to open the gums to reach the root tip, the tissue is traumatized and may swell. The swelling on the palate side is particularly unpleasant, because there is little tissue directly on the bony base, and swelling causes a great deal of pressure pain.