Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Tooth Anatomy01:21

Tooth Anatomy

The human tooth enables us to eat a variety of foods, speak clearly, and even aid in shaping our faces. Teeth are composed of various elements that work together. Here's a detailed look at the anatomy of a human tooth.
The Crown, Neck, and Root
The visible part of the tooth is referred to as the crown. It's covered by enamel, the hardest substance in the human body. The crown is uniquely shaped for each type of tooth, allowing for different functions such as cutting, tearing, or grinding food.
Teeth01:15

Teeth

The formation of teeth, also known as odontogenesis, is a complex process that begins in utero, around the sixth week of embryonic development. There are three stages to this process: the bud stage, the cap stage, and the bell stage.
In the bud stage, the tooth germ (an aggregation of cells) starts to form in the developing jawbone. During the cap stage, the tooth germ differentiates into enamel organ, dental papilla, and dental sac, which will later develop into the tooth's enamel, dentin and...
Cranial Bones: Lateral View01:27

Cranial Bones: Lateral View

The lateral view of the cranium is dominated by temporal, sphenoid, and ethmoid bones.
The temporal bone forms the lower lateral side of the skull. The temporal bone is subdivided into several regions. The flattened upper portion is the squamous portion of the temporal bone. Below this area and projecting anteriorly is the zygomatic process of the temporal bone, which forms the posterior portion of the zygomatic arch. Posteriorly is the mastoid portion of the temporal bone. Projecting...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Comparing the effect of photobiostimulation, pressure and topical anesthetic gel on reducing pain during maxillary infiltration injection: a clinical trial study.

BMC oral health·2026
Same author

Modeling spatial synchronization of predator-prey oscillations via the XY model under demographic stochasticity and migration.

Physical review. E·2026
Same author

Effect of low-level laser on adhesion of undifferentiated mesenchymal stem cells to human dentin: An ex-vivo study.

Photodiagnosis and photodynamic therapy·2026
Same author

Different final irrigation protocols on postoperative pain and swelling following single-visit non-surgical root canal treatment in necrotic mandibular first molars: a randomized controlled trial.

The Saudi dental journal·2026
Same author

Psychometric properties and validation of short health literacy screening (SHLS) to identify low health literacy.

Health promotion perspectives·2026
Same author

Evaluating the Influence of Access Cavity Design to Detect Additional Canals of Mandibular Premolars: An In Vitro Study.

International journal of dentistry·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jul 7, 2026

The Establishment of a Murine Mandibular Molar Extraction Socket Healing Model
04:19

The Establishment of a Murine Mandibular Molar Extraction Socket Healing Model

Published on: January 13, 2023

Mandibular canine with two separated canals.

Jamileh Ghoddusi1, Mina Zarei, Mehdi Vatanpour

  • 1jghoddusi@gmail.com

The New York State Dental Journal
|February 13, 2008
PubMed
Summary

Detecting extra root canals is crucial for successful endodontic treatment. This case highlights how improved access cavity preparation aids in identifying complex mandibular canine anatomy, preventing treatment failure.

Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Endodontics
  • Dental Anatomy

Background:

  • Endodontic treatment aims to eradicate root canal infection through cleaning and shaping.
  • Treatment failure can result from factors like instrument fracture or complex root canal anatomy.

Observation:

  • A case of a mandibular canine exhibiting two distinct root canals and two apical foramina is presented.
  • This anatomical variation poses challenges for standard endodontic procedures.

Findings:

  • The presence of multiple canals and foramina in the mandibular canine was identified.
  • An improved access cavity design was instrumental in the detection of these excess canals.

Implications:

  • Accurate detection of root canal anatomy is vital for effective endodontic therapy.

More Related Videos

Systematic Assessment of Mammalian Skull Specimens for Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology
07:26

Systematic Assessment of Mammalian Skull Specimens for Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology

Published on: August 22, 2022

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jul 7, 2026

The Establishment of a Murine Mandibular Molar Extraction Socket Healing Model
04:19

The Establishment of a Murine Mandibular Molar Extraction Socket Healing Model

Published on: January 13, 2023

Systematic Assessment of Mammalian Skull Specimens for Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology
07:26

Systematic Assessment of Mammalian Skull Specimens for Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology

Published on: August 22, 2022

  • Enhanced access cavity preparation techniques can improve diagnostic capabilities and treatment outcomes.
  • Awareness of anatomical variations is essential for endodontic success.