External invasive resorption in a three-rooted lower first molar.
Several pathoses can be present concurrently in one tooth, and if that tooth has an unusual anatomical variation, the diagnosis and treatment can be further complicated. This case stresses the importance of accurate assessment and diagnosis prior to intervention and their role in identifying cases for referral to a specialist in today's increasingly litigious environment.
Jensen
Arna-Lee
AL
School of Dentistry, University of Western Australia, Perth, Western Australia, Australia.
D000328:Adult; D003786:Dental Pulp Cavity / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D003794:Dental Restoration, Temporary / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008963:Molar / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000473:pathology; D011859:Radiography; D019237:Tooth Cervix / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000473:pathology; D014091:Tooth Resorption / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000628:therapy; D014092:Tooth Root / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000473:pathology