Endodontic Retreatment Failure of Mandibular First Molar and Its Periapical Surgical Management with MTA and Bone Graft—A Case Report

Abstract

This report discusses the case of a failed root canal treatment in the right mandibular first molar, which exhibited a chronic periapical pathology in its distal and mesial roots. The tooth was managed surgically by periapical curettage and apicoectomy. This approach is indicated in teeth having periapical pathosis which does not resolve by routine endodontic treatment. The aim of periapical curettage is to make the apical periodontium and root canals of the treated tooth free of bacteria and their products. With the advancements in magnification, armamentaria, and materials, the ease of operation and success rate of apicoectomy have underwent a significant improvement. The treated case showed a complete resolution of clinical symptoms and the periapical pathology, thus substantiating the effectiveness of this treatment approach.