Variation in root canal morphology, especially in maxillary first molar presents a constant challenge for a clinician in their detection and management. This case report describes the successful root canal treatment of a three rooted right maxillary first molar presenting with three canals each in the mesiobuccal and distobuccal roots and one canal in the palatal root. The clinical detection of...

Recently, optical microscopes have been used in endodontic treatment, as they offer advantages in terms of magnification, illumination, and documentation. Documentation is particularly important in presenting images to patients, and can take the form of both still images and motion video. Although high-quality still images can be obtained using a 35-mm film or CCD camera, the quality of still i...

Background and Objectives: The most recent technological breakthroughs incorporated in the latest generation of Variable Square Pulse (VSP) Er:YAG dental lasers involve two additional features: SSP (Super Short Pulse) mode for extremely fine and minimally invasive laser ablation; and MAX mode for maximum optical drilling speeds. The objective of this study was to make a comparison between the t...

scope (DOM) was introduced to endodontics, offering significantly improved magnification and illumination. Bellizzi and Loushine advocated the benefits of optical magnification for posterior surgery.1 Carr stated that surgical and nonsurgical applications for the DOM have revolutionized the practice of endodontics.2 The advantage of the combined use of the DOM and visual guidance has been repor...

An awareness and understanding of the presence of an additional root and unusual root canal morphology is essential as it determines the successful outcome of endodontic treatment. A thorough knowledge of basic root canal anatomy and its variation is necessary for successful completion of endodontic treatment. This report points to the importance of looking for additional roots and canals with ...

Recent advancements in dental technology, such as magnification devices like loupes and surgical microscopes, have greatly improved the accuracy quality of root canal treatments. Dental operating microscopes (DOMs) become widely accepted endodontics, providing enhanced visualization facilitating precise identification anatomical landmarks, orifices, pulp remnants. The increased illumination off...