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Maxillary first molar with seven root canals diagnosed with cone-beam computed tomography scanning: a case report
Jojo Kottoor1, Natanasabapathy Velmurugan, Rajmohan Sudha
1Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Meenakshi Ammal Dental College and Hospital, Tamil Nadu, India. drkottooran@gmail.com
Introduction:
The purpose of this article was to emphasize the importance of having a thorough knowledge about the root canal anatomy.
Methods:
This case report presents the endodontic management of a maxillary first molar with three roots and seven canals. The clinical detection of the seven canals was made using a surgical operating microscope and confirmed using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scanning.
Results:
CBCT axial images showed that both the palatal and distobuccal root have a Vertucci type II canal pattern, whereas the mesiobuccal root showed a Sert and Bayirli type XV canal configuration.
Conclusion:
This report describes and discusses the variation in canal morphology of maxillary first molar and the use of latest adjuncts in successfully diagnosing and negotiating them.
