Endodontic management of a maxillary first molar with two palatal canals with the aid of spiral computed tomography: a case report.
This case report presents the endodontic management of a maxillary first molar with 2 palatal canals with separate orifices and apical foramen. The diagnosis was confirmed with the help of spiral computed tomography. This article discusses the variations in the canal morphology and the use of latest adjuncts in successfully diagnosing and negotiating them.
Aggarwal
Vivek
V
Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Centre for Dental Education and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India.
Singla
Mamta
M
Logani
Ajay
A
Shah
Naseem
N
D003786:Dental Pulp Cavity / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008437:Maxilla; D008963:Molar / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D011857:Radiographic Image Interpretation, Computer-Assisted; D011861:Radiography, Dental / Q000379:methods; D018915:Root Canal Preparation / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods; D036542:Tomography, Spiral Computed; D014092:Tooth Root / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D055815:Young Adult