Endodontic therapy of a mandibular third molar with 5 canals: a case report.
Endodontic treatment of third molars often becomes part of comprehensive treatment plans, as it represents a more conservative and less invasive approach than its therapeutic alternatives. The frequency of anatomic variations in mandibular molars, particularly root canal configuration, requires 2 periapical radiographs from different angles. Upon reading and interpretation of the radiographs, the clinician should consider the anatomy and level of difficulty of the endodontic procedure and refer the patient to an endodontist, if deemed necessary. The present article discusses the successful treatment and preservation of a mandibular third molar with 5 root canals, as well as methods for its clinical management.
Silberman
Adrian
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Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, University of Washington, Seattle 98195-7448, USA.
Heilborn
Carlos
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Cohenca
Nestor
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D003786:Dental Pulp Cavity / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008853:Microscopy / Q000295:instrumentation; D008875:Middle Aged; D008964:Molar, Third / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology*; D010485:Periapical Periodontitis / Q000150:complications / Q000628:therapy*; D011671:Pulpitis / Q000150:complications / Q000628:therapy*; D011859:Radiography; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D012390:Root Canal Therapy / Q000379:methods*