The importance of endodontic treatment time in apical resection: Case report

Abstract

Aim of this case is report to discuss advantages and disadvantages of endodontic treatment and apical resection in same session. 22 years old female patient who has pain, swelling and pus discharge in upper incisors referred to department of endodontics. The patient was referred to our clinic due to long term of treatment and shortness of patient's time. Endodontic treatment and surgery was performed in the same session. Fifteen month follow up of patient showed that wound is completely healed. During controls, no complication and recurrence were observed in patient. Today it has been discussed that endodontic treatment done before or during apical resection. Short term findings of patient are excellent, who underwent endodontic treatment and surgery in same session. In addition, patient is followed up in long term. Therefore, further studies are needed.

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