Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Tooth Anatomy

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.

Teeth

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...

You might also read

Related Articles

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

Sort by

Same journal

Cyclic Fatigue Resistance, Macroscopic, Microscopic, and Elemental Analysis of Three Reciprocating Systems.

Iranian endodontic journal·2026

Same journal

Nonsurgical Endodontic Management of Type II Dens Invaginatus Associated with Gemination in a Maxillary Lateral Incisor: A CBCT-Assisted Case Report.

Iranian endodontic journal·2026

Same journal

Publishing Science That Matters: Iranian Endodontic Journal's New Era of Leadership in Endodontology.

Iranian endodontic journal·2026

Same journal

Design, Metallurgical Features, and Mechanical Behavior of Five Reciprocating NiTi Endodontic Systems: A Multimethod Analysis.

Iranian endodontic journal·2026

Same journal

Intraoperative Identification of Vital Radicular Pulp in a Tooth Diagnosed with Pulp Necrosis: Four-Year Outcome of Tampon Pulpotomy.

Iranian endodontic journal·2026

Same journal

Multidimensional Analysis of Canal Transportation and Centering Ability of WaveOne Gold and ProTaper Next File Systems in Curved Root Canals.

Iranian endodontic journal·2026

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 17, 2026

Lateral Molar Approach-Driven Transoral Endoscopic Procedure for Benign Infratemporal Fossa Tumor Resection

Lateral Molar Approach-Driven Transoral Endoscopic Procedure for Benign Infratemporal Fossa Tumor Resection

Published on: August 15, 2025

Two rooted maxillary lateral incisor: a case report.

Mandeep Singh Matta¹

¹Rayat Bahra DentalCollege, Mohali, Punjab, India.

Iranian Endodontic Journal

|November 7, 2012

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

Accurate root canal diagnosis is crucial for successful treatment. This case report details a maxillary lateral incisor with two roots, highlighting the importance of identifying anatomical variations in endodontics.

Keywords:

Incisor Rare Anomaly Tooth Root

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 17, 2026

Lateral Molar Approach-Driven Transoral Endoscopic Procedure for Benign Infratemporal Fossa Tumor Resection

Lateral Molar Approach-Driven Transoral Endoscopic Procedure for Benign Infratemporal Fossa Tumor Resection

Published on: August 15, 2025

Area of Science:

Dentistry
Endodontics
Dental Anatomy

Background:

Accurate diagnosis of root canal morphology is essential for successful endodontic therapy.
Failure to identify root canals, especially with anatomical variations, leads to untreated canals.
Maxillary lateral incisors present unique diagnostic challenges in endodontics.

Observation:

A maxillary lateral incisor exhibiting an unusual anatomical variation was identified.
The tooth presented with two distinct roots, a rare occurrence.
Detailed morphological analysis was performed to understand the root canal system.

Findings:

The maxillary lateral incisor possessed a two-rooted anatomy.
This anatomical variation required specific diagnostic and treatment considerations.
Successful identification and management of the root canal system were achieved.

Implications:

This case underscores the need for thorough diagnostic evaluation in endodontics.
Recognizing rare root canal anatomies improves treatment outcomes and prevents procedural errors.
Clinicians should be aware of potential anatomical variations in maxillary lateral incisors to ensure comprehensive patient care.