title: Spiral computed tomographic evaluation and endodontic management of a mandibular second molar with four roots. A case report and literature review.
abstract: The vast majority of mandibular second molars have two roots with three root canals; however, variations in molar root canal anatomy are not uncommon. To the best of our knowledge, four rooted mandibular second molar with three mesial roots and one distal root has never been reported. Herein, we present the endodontic management of a four rooted mandibular second molar tooth, diagnosed with the assistance of spiral computed tomography (SCT) with a brief review of literature.
authors.affiliation: Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Government Dental College and Hospital Srinagar, India.
authors.forename: Aamir Rashid
authors.initials: AR
authors.lastname: Purra
authors.forename: Mubashir
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Mushtaq
authors.forename: Irfan
authors.initials: I
authors.lastname: Robbani
authors.forename: Riyaz
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Farooq
keywords: Endodontic Treatment; Mandibular Second Molar; Spiral Computed Tomography