ABSTRACT
In this clinical article we report an unusual anatomy that was detected in a maxillary first molar with 6 root canals. The possibility of 6 root canals in this tooth is quite small; however, it must be taken into account in clinical and radiographic evaluation during endodontic treatment. Many times their presence is noticed only after canal treatment, owing to continuing postoperative discomfort.
Subject(s)
Dental Pulp Cavity/abnormalities , Molar/abnormalities , Adult , Dental Pulp Cavity/diagnostic imaging , Dental Pulp Cavity/pathology , Edetic Acid/therapeutic use , Electronics, Medical/instrumentation , Gutta-Percha/therapeutic use , Humans , Male , Maxilla/diagnostic imaging , Molar/diagnostic imaging , Odontometry/instrumentation , Radiography , Root Canal Filling Materials/therapeutic use , Root Canal Irrigants/therapeutic use , Root Canal Preparation/methods , Sodium Hypochlorite/therapeutic use , Tooth Apex/pathologyABSTRACT
In this study, we report an endodontic treatment of the maxillary second premolar with three root canals and distinct foramens. The possibility of three root canals in this tooth is quite small; however, it must be taken into account in clinical and radiographic evaluation during endodontic treatment. Many times, their presence is noticed only after canal treatment due to continuing post-operative discomfort.
