An endodontic procedure performed to encourage continued physiological development and formation of TOOTH APEX.

Endodontic procedure performed to induce TOOTH APEX barrier development. ROOT CANAL FILLING MATERIALS are used to repair open apex or DENTAL PULP NECROSIS in an immature tooth. CALCIUM HYDROXIDE and mineral trioxide aggregate are commonly used as the filling materials.

Synonyms: Apexification, Apexifications, Apexogenesis, Apexogeneses