Middle mesial canal of the mandibular first molar: a case report and literature review

J Endod. 2004 Mar;30(3):185-6. doi: 10.1097/00004770-200403000-00015.

Abstract

With the advent of magnification, either by loupes or microscope, the astute clinician must be aware of recent literature that states that the mandibular first molar has a 1-15% chance of a fifth canal. This is a case report accompanied by a review of the literature that shows the unusual anatomy of the mandibular first molar.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Dental Pulp Cavity / anatomy & histology*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Mandible
  • Molar / anatomy & histology*
  • Root Canal Therapy
  • Tooth Root / anatomy & histology*