Endodontic management of a C-shaped maxillary first molar with three independent buccal root canals by using cone-beam computed tomography
Restorative Dentistry & Endodontics
;
: 175-179, 2012.
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| ID: wpr-186242
ABSTRACT
The aim of this study was to present a method for endodontic management of a maxillary first molar with unusual C-shaped morphology of the buccal root verified by cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images. This rare anatomical variation was confirmed using CBCT, and nonsurgical endodontic treatment was performed by meticulous evaluation of the pulpal floor. Posttreatment image revealed 3 independent canals in the buccal root obturated efficiently to the accepted lengths in all 3 canals. Our study describes a unique C-shaped variation of the root canal system in a maxillary first molar, involving the 3 buccal canals. In addition, our study highlights the usefulness of CBCT imaging for accurate diagnosis and management of this unusual canal morphology.
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Main subject:
Dental Pulp Cavity
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Cone-Beam Computed Tomography
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Floors and Floorcoverings
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Molar
Language:
English
Journal:
Restorative Dentistry & Endodontics
Year:
2012
Type:
Article
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