Complete idiopathic resorption of distobuccal root of a maxillary first molar: A case report

This case report provides a rare case of idiopathic root resorption in maxillary first molar and suggests the importance of CBCT in the diagnosis and treatment outcome of complex endodontic diseases. Endodontic surgery is an effective method for treating teeth with persistent apical periodontitis.

Idiopathic root resorption is an unexplained root resorption when the patient experiences root resorption without any local or systemic factors. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment are crucial for long-term outcomes.