A case report of six canals in a maxillary first molar

Chin J Dent Res. 2011;14(2):151-3.

Abstract

Identifying the variations of root canal morphology is crucial prior to commencing any endodontic treatment. The advancement of current endodontic instrumentation and technology has greatly enhanced treatment outcomes, which are now more predictable. This clinical case report presents a case of a maxillary first molar showing six root canals and apical foramina, i.e. three mesiobuccal canals, two palatal canals and one distobuccal canal. The occurrence of bifurcation in the second mesiobuccal canal is also emphasised.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Composite Resins / chemistry
  • Cone-Beam Computed Tomography / methods
  • Dental Caries / therapy
  • Dental Pulp Cavity / abnormalities*
  • Dental Pulp Cavity / pathology
  • Dental Restoration, Permanent / methods
  • Female
  • Gutta-Percha / therapeutic use
  • Humans
  • Image Processing, Computer-Assisted / methods
  • Imaging, Three-Dimensional / methods
  • Maxilla
  • Molar / abnormalities*
  • Molar / pathology
  • Odontometry / methods
  • Pulpitis / therapy
  • Radiography, Bitewing
  • Root Canal Filling Materials / therapeutic use
  • Root Canal Obturation / methods
  • Root Canal Preparation / instrumentation
  • Root Canal Preparation / methods
  • Tooth Apex / pathology
  • Young Adult

Substances

  • Composite Resins
  • Filtek Z250
  • Root Canal Filling Materials
  • Gutta-Percha