Learn about Dental Perforation Repair Surgery Treatment in India — how it works, who it is for, recovery timelines, and what to expect before and after surgery. Compare hospitals and doctors experienced in Dental Perforation Repair Surgery and request assistance for cost estimates or appointments.

About Dental Perforation Repair Surgery

Dental perforation repair surgery is a specialized dental procedure performed to seal an unintended hole or opening in a tooth's structure, most commonly in the root or pulp chamber. These perforations can occur during root canal treatment, post placement, or due to trauma, and if left untreated, can lead to infection, bone loss, and tooth loss. The surgery involves accessing the perforation site, thoroughly cleaning the area, and sealing it with a biocompatible material like Mineral Trioxide Aggregate (MTA) to create a barrier that prevents bacterial leakage and promotes healing of the surrounding bone and tissue. This precise, microsurgical intervention is crucial for saving a tooth that might otherwise require extraction, thereby preserving natural dentition and oral function.

Key Highlights

    Tooth Preservation: Aims to save a natural tooth that might otherwise be lost to extraction.Prevents Infection: Seals the pathway for bacteria, halting or preventing infection and abscess formation.Minimally Invasive Approach: Often performed using dental microscopes for precision, minimizing damage to surrounding tissues.Biocompatible Materials: Uses advanced sealing materials like MTA that promote healing and tissue regeneration.Restores Oral Health: Helps maintain bone structure and the alignment of surrounding teeth by preserving the natural tooth.

Who is this surgery for?

  • Iatrogenic Perforation: An accidental hole created during a previous dental procedure like root canal therapy or post preparation.
  • Root Resorption: A pathological process creating a perforation in the tooth root.
  • Traumatic Injury: A crack or hole in the tooth structure resulting from physical injury.
  • Internal Root Resorption: A rare condition where the tooth's inner structure breaks down from the inside out.
  • Persistent Infection: An ongoing infection or sinus tract linked to a perforation site that does not heal with standard root canal treatment.

How to prepare

  • Comprehensive Examination: A detailed clinical exam and 3D imaging (CBCT scan) to precisely locate the perforation and assess bone loss.
  • Treatment Planning: Discussion of the procedure, alternatives (like extraction), benefits, and risks with the dental surgeon.
  • Medical History Review: Disclosure of all medications, allergies, and medical conditions to the dental team.
  • Pre-operative Instructions: Guidelines on fasting (if sedation is planned) and medications to avoid (like blood thinners, as advised by your doctor).
  • Oral Hygiene: Maintaining good brushing and flossing up to the day of surgery to reduce oral bacteria.

Risks & possible complications

  • Procedure Failure: The repair may not seal completely, potentially leading to persistent infection.
  • Infection: As with any surgical procedure, there is a risk of post-operative infection.
  • Pain and Swelling: Some degree of post-operative discomfort and swelling is common and manageable with medication.
  • Damage to Adjacent Structures: Rare risk of affecting nearby nerves, blood vessels, or sinus cavities.
  • Tooth Fracture: The tooth, already compromised, may be more susceptible to future fracture.
  • Need for Further Treatment: In some cases, the tooth may still require extraction or additional surgical procedures like apicoectomy.

Recovery & hospital stay

  • Immediate Post-Op: Rest, apply ice packs to the outside of the cheek to reduce swelling, and take prescribed pain relievers and antibiotics as directed.
  • Oral Care: Gently rinse with warm salt water after 24 hours. Avoid brushing the surgical site directly for the first few days.
  • Dietary Modifications: Stick to a soft, cool diet for several days, avoiding hard, crunchy, hot, or spicy foods.
  • Avoid Certain Activities: Do not smoke, use straws, or engage in strenuous activity for at least 48-72 hours to prevent dislodging the blood clot.
  • Follow-up Appointments: Attend all scheduled check-ups to monitor healing, which may include follow-up X-rays.
  • Long-term Monitoring: The repaired tooth will require regular dental check-ups to ensure long-term success.
  • checked Typical hospital stay: 0 days (typically an outpatient procedure)
  • checked Expected recovery time: 3-7 days for initial healing, with full bone/tissue integration over several months

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are considering dental perforation repair surgery in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.

Procedure cost in other countries

Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for dental perforation repair surgery compare across other countries where we have data.

Country Estimated cost range Typical stay Recovery time View details
India USD 87 – USD 381 0 days (typically an outpatient procedure) ~ 3-7 days for initial healing, with full bone/tissue integration over several months Know More
Turkey USD 644 – USD 2,818 0 days (typically an outpatient procedure) ~ 3-7 days for initial healing, with full bone/tissue integration over several months Know More
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Dental surgeons for Dental Perforation Repair Surgery

Explore experienced dental surgeons who regularly perform dental perforation repair surgery and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.

Dr. Srinivas Kandula
  • 24 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road

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Dr. Saphal Shetty
  • 24 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Millers Road

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Dr. Sankarsan Choudhury
  • 17 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Mukundapur

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Dr. Chandramohan
  • 14 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram

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Dr. Krishna Shama Rao
  • 12 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road

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Dr. Hitesh Hans Baweja
  • 15 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Dwarka

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Dr. Shruthi
  • 12 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram

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Dr. Shanti Priya Reddy
  • 36 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road

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Dr. Ankush Bansal
  • 15 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospitals Broadway

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Dr. Rachita Chengappa
  • 14 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospitals Broadway

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Dr. Zubiya Khan
  • 15 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur

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Dr. Prasad
  • 14 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Hebbal

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Dr. Roopa Devi G
  • 14 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Doddaballapur

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Dr. Anirban Chatterjee
  • 33 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Jayanagar

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Dr. Akshata G Kamath
  • 11 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus KMC Hospital Mangalore

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Dr. Kritika Dadhania
  • 14 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospitals Broadway

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Dr. Mir Shujath Ali Shujath
  • 26 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Jayanagar

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Dr. Ritika Bhambani Sen Roy
  • 16 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Dhakuria

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Dr. Lokesh Babu K T Babu
  • 21 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Varthur Road

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Dr. Pavan B Tambakad
  • 25 Years Experience
  • Dental surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road

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