Apicoectomy
Added: March 29, 2008 - 5:58 PM
By: Patient Email Withheld, Fullerton, CA
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Case Summary
Gum Surgery
Teeth: 14
Last Full Mouth X-Ray: 1/08
Last Cleaning: 1/08
Case Description
An endodontist quote me $2425. for a picoectomy on tooth #14. What is the customary charge, this seems too high.
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Reply: Apicoectomy
added: March 29, 2008 - 7:04 PM
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This can be a tough tooth to work on so it depends on which root needs the apico. Hard to say without the x-ray.You might want to consider replacing this tooth with an implant(may need a sinus lift), it will cost a bit more but would be much more reliable. If this surgery does not work you would have spent $2425 for nothing and still end up needing the implant.You really need to get an assessment if doing the apico has a good likely hood of success.I do apico''''s but i select my cases if your situation meets my criteria then i can do it otherwise you''''d have to go the endodontist.The fee if it involves bone grafting and retreatment , or the palatal root or some other unusual circumstance sounds about right.I invite you for a complimentary consultation and we can look at things and discuss all your options.
Reply: Apicoectomy
added: March 31, 2008 - 8:44 AM
Cost Estimate: $1000
That seems a little excessive, unless you need major bone grafts. if that is case, the prognisis is not good anyways. please come and have a consultation with us. www. beverlyhillsoralsurgery.com 310-276-1155.
Reply: Apicoectomy
added: March 31, 2008 - 2:18 PM
Cost Estimate: $1000-2000
Hello- I would like to let you know that we have an office in Newport Beach and are always here for our patients. We strive to offer options that patients feel comfortable with and are financially acceptable. We perform the surgery you are in need of and have a periodontist who visits our office regularly. Please browse our website at www.mynewportsmiles.com. That fee is high and we can offer you a better fee then that. We wish you luck in finding the best doctor for your needs and hope to hear from you soon!
Reply: Apicoectomy
added: March 31, 2008 - 6:54 PM
Cost Estimate: $1000-1800
first of all it is important to ascertain that the problem cannot be resolved more conservatively with retreatment, before resorting to endodontic surgery. With the current advances in microscopic endodontic treatment, we have eliminated the need for apico''''s about 30-50%. we will gladly consult with you and give you our opinion. The price on apicoectomy really depend on the number of roots, the number of retrofills, the need for bone grafting etc.... the price you got does seem a little high.
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