The anesthetic may leave you feeling mildly uncomfortable and swollen once it wears off. Over the next few days, this will gradually lessen, and you should be able to resume normal activities within a day or two. If you have an existing infection or are at risk of acquiring one after surgery, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics to treat it. It is usually sufficient to take anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen to relieve pain. A week is usually enough time for the stitches to be removed. While the stitches are in place, you should be careful when brushing or flossing near the surgery site. The recovery time after an apicoectomy is usually longer than that of a typical root canal surgery. To prevent any pain during an apicoectomy, patients will receive local anesthesia. After the procedure, minor discomfort and swelling are normal. The pain usually subsides within a few days of surgery, and most patients do not require pain medications during this time. Over-the-counter pain relievers are typically adequate for patients who require medication after an apicoectomy. It is possible to experience further infection or nerve damage on rare occasions. There is, however, a low probability of these complications occurring - and they can occur with many types of dental procedures, not just apicoectomy. If standard root canal therapy isn't enough to save a tooth, an apicoectomy is performed as an outpatient surgical procedure. This can prevent serious complications involving the health of your mouth and jaw. Ace Endodontics takes immense pride in assisting you in maintaining excellent dental health. We are conveniently located at 11980 San Vicente Blvd Ste 900 Los Angeles, CA 90049. For more information, please contact us or schedule an appointment online. We serve patients from Brentwood Park CA, West Hollywood CA, Venice CA, Beverly Hills CA, Santa Monica CA, Culver City CA, and surrounding areas.