In most cases, a standard root canal procedure is all that’s needed to save a tooth with damaged or infected pulp. However, there are situations where the non-surgical treatment alone cannot fully resolve the issue or promote proper healing.

When this happens, your endodontist may recommend root canal surgery. This procedure allows for a closer, more detailed view of the tooth’s root structure and can be used to locate hidden fractures, extra canals, or areas of persistent infection that don’t appear on X-rays but continue to cause discomfort.