title: Endodontic Management of Maxillary First Molar With Two Palatal Canals Aided With Cone Beam Computed Tomography: A Case Report.
abstract: The success of endodontic therapy is based on having sufficient endodontic access, correct cleaning and shaping, and adequate root canal obturation. However, endodontic treatment is also dependent on having a sound knowledge of the internal anatomy of human teeth, especially when anatomic variations are present. Reporting these alterations is important for improving the understanding and expertise of endodontists. The aim of this case report is to describe a unique case of maxillary first molar with 2 palatal canals within a single root, as confirmed by cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans. This article also reviews recent case reports of extra palatal root canals in the maxillary first molars and the role of CBCT analysis in successfully diagnosing them.
authors.affiliation: Senior Lecturer, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Institute of Dental Sciences, Bareily, Uttar Pradesh, India.
authors.forename: Jaya
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Pamboo
authors.affiliation: Professor, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, K.D. Dental College and Hospital, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, India.
authors.forename: Manoj Kumar
authors.initials: MK
authors.lastname: Hans
authors.affiliation: Medical Officer (Dental), District Hospital, Sriganganagar, Rajasthan, India.
authors.forename: Subhas
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Chander
authors.affiliation: Reader, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Institute of Dental Sciences, Bareily, Uttar Pradesh, India.
authors.forename: Kapil
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Sharma
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D063405:Anatomic Variation; D054893:Cone-Beam Computed Tomography; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008437:Maxilla / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D008963:Molar / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D010485:Periapical Periodontitis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy; D012389:Root Canal Obturation / Q000379:methods*