Endodontic retreatment of maxillary first molar: the importance of the fourth canal

Endodontic Retreatment of a Maxillary First Molar with Unusual Palatal Root Canal Morphology: A Case Report

Introdouction: Variations in root canal morphology pose a challenge for successful endodontic treatment. The root canal anatomy of the maxillary first molar has been often described as three roots with four canals (two mesiobuccal, one distobuccal, and one palatal). The occurrence of two palatal canals in one palatal root is quite rare. This report represents the case of a maxillary first molar...

Endodontic retreatment of a maxillary first molar

History Presenting complaint – persistent dull pain arising from the upper right area of the mouth. History of complaint – Mr DS complained of a well localised, moderate, but constant dull ache arising from the right maxillary first molar (UR6). This started nine months ago following an acute episode that was managed by his GDP with antibiotics and is exacerbated only by masticatory forces with...

endodontic retreatment of a maxillary first molar with unusual palatal root canal morphology: a case report

introdouction: variations in root canal morphology pose a challenge for successful endodontic treatment. the root canal anatomy of the maxillary first molar has been often described as three roots with four canals (two mesiobuccal, one distobuccal, and one palatal). the occurrence of two palatal canals in one palatal root is quite rare. this report represents the case of a maxillary first molar...

Canal configuration in the mesiobuccal root of the maxillary first molar and its endodontic significance.

Endodontic retreatment of a maxillary first molar with two palatal roots and three palatal canals

Introduction Variations in the root and canal morphology are a common occurrence. The clinician should have a thorough knowledge of dental anatomy and its variations in order to achieve successful and predictable outcome with root canal treatment. Maxillary first permanent molars are generally considered to be three rooted, one palatal and two buccal. The additional root canal, if present, is t...