Which action should be performed at an endo recall appointment?

• A. Ensure the tooth has an intact permanent restoration.
• B. Examine tooth and surrounding tissue.
• C. Percussion/palpation/probing.
• D. All of the above.

Answer: (D)

Endodontic recall visits focus on monitoring healing and protecting the treated tooth over time. An intact permanent restoration is crucial because it maintains the seal that prevents reinfection from leakage at the coronal aspect. Examining the tooth and surrounding tissues helps detect signs of persistent or new infection, swelling, or other clinical changes that could indicate a problem. Percussion and palpation assess tenderness and soft-tissue status, while probing checks for periodontal pockets or attachment changes around the tooth. Radiographic review is also commonly used to track healing of the periapical area. Because each of these steps provides important information about the tooth’s condition, all of them are performed at an endo recall appointment.