title: Management of dens invaginatus diagnosed by spiral computed tomography: a case report.
abstract: A thorough knowledge of the normal anatomy of the root canal system as well as the possible aberrancies is imperative for success of endodontic therapy. The challenge lies in diagnosing these conditions properly, complete debridement of the root canal system, and 3-dimensional sealing of the same. Conventional diagnostic aids like radiographs play an important role in assessment of complex root canal morphologies. These modalities, however, do not provide detailed information of the complexity as a result of their inherent limitations. This calls for use of more advanced imaging modalities such as spiral computed tomography, which can help the clinician in making a more accurate diagnosis. This report discusses the usefulness of spiral computed tomography in accurate diagnosis of a case of dens invaginatus and its successful management.
authors: Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, College of Dental Surgery, Saveetha University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. pallaviyreddy@yahoo.co.in
authors: Y Pallavi
authors: YP
authors: Reddy
authors: Kumaraguru
authors: K
authors: Karpagavinayagam
authors: C V
authors: CV
authors: Subbarao
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D017607:Aluminum Compounds; D016301:Alveolar Bone Loss / Q000150:complications / Q000601:surgery; D017610:Calcium Compounds; D003719:Dens in Dente / Q000150:complications / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000601:surgery; D004338:Drug Combinations; D006801:Humans; D021621:Imaging, Three-Dimensional; D007180:Incisor / Q000002:abnormalities*; D008297:Male; D008437:Maxilla; D010087:Oxides; D010485:Periapical Periodontitis / Q000150:complications / Q000601:surgery*; D011861:Radiography, Dental / Q000379:methods*; D012184:Retrograde Obturation / Q000379:methods*; D012387:Root Canal Filling Materials; D017640:Silicates; D036542:Tomography, Spiral Computed
chemical_list: D017607:Aluminum Compounds; D017610:Calcium Compounds; D004338:Drug Combinations; D010087:Oxides; D012387:Root Canal Filling Materials; D017640:Silicates; C086631:mineral trioxide aggregate