Article type :
Case Report
Author :
Piyush Gupta, Aparna Palekar, Basawaraj Biradar, Nidhi Parikh, Kavisha Desai
Volume :
6
Issue :
3
Abstract :
Introduction: Variation in the root canal anatomy is very commonly seen and the clinician should have
thorough knowledge of it. Out of all the maxillary 1st molar represents most vivid variation with respect to
number of canals.
Case Report: This article presents a case report with incidence of three canals orifices in mesiobuccal root
of maxillary 1st molar which was successfully managed endodontically under magnification.
Conclusion: Clinician should have thorough knowledge of complex root canal anatomy prior, for proper
diagnosis and treatment. This enables the clinician to overcome possible challenges of complex root canal
anatomy.
Keyword :
Maxillary, 1st molar, Mesiobuccal.