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Oral Health"],"abstract":"<jats:sec><jats:title>Purpose<\/jats:title><jats:p>Herein, we report a rare case of chronic apical periodontitis associated with an extraradicular calculus-like deposit on the root apex of a mandibular left central incisor that was previously treated with root canal therapy.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Case presentation<\/jats:title><jats:p>A 42-year-old man presented with persistent sinus tract formation. Despite non-surgical retreatment, the symptoms persisted, and radiographic evaluations, including cone-beam computed tomography, revealed a periapical radiolucency with radiopaque convexities in the apical third of the root. Intentional replantation (IR) was performed to allow direct clinical access for diagnosis and management. Upon extraction, a dark brown, calculus-like deposit firmly attached to the external root surface was observed. After deposit removal, root-end resection and retrograde filling were performed before replantation. Follow-ups at 3 months and 1 year revealed complete healing of the sinus tract and significant radiographic improvements. This case highlights the role of extraradicular biofilms and apical mineralized deposits in persistent periapical inflammation. Sinus tracts may facilitate mineral-ion migration and contribute to the formation of extra-radicular calculi. Mineralized biofilms may not be resolved using orthograde approaches, necessitating surgical intervention.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title><jats:p>IR enables thorough inspection and removal of radicular deposits, offering a minimally invasive and successful alternative to conventional apical surgery. 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