T Weinstein1, G Rosano, M Del Fabbro, S Taschieri. 1. Department of Health Technologies, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milano, Italy.
Abstract
AIM: To describe endodontic treatment for a rare case of gemination. SUMMARY: A case of complex endodontic treatment in a geminated tooth is presented. With the assistance of microinstruments and magnification devices, a geminated maxillary second molar was successfully treated. In such a case, ultrasonic tips and the use of an endoscope were essential to detect the peculiar anatomy of the tooth involved. KEY LEARNING POINTS: Knowledge of anomalies concerning fused teeth is essential. Using an endoscope as a magnification device is useful during the inspection of pulp chambers. Ultrasonic tips are safe and useful to detect canal orifices.
AIM: To describe endodontic treatment for a rare case of gemination. SUMMARY: A case of complex endodontic treatment in a geminated tooth is presented. With the assistance of microinstruments and magnification devices, a geminated maxillary second molar was successfully treated. In such a case, ultrasonic tips and the use of an endoscope were essential to detect the peculiar anatomy of the tooth involved. KEY LEARNING POINTS: Knowledge of anomalies concerning fused teeth is essential. Using an endoscope as a magnification device is useful during the inspection of pulp chambers. Ultrasonic tips are safe and useful to detect canal orifices.
Authors: Miguel Agostinho Beco Pinto Cardoso; Rita Brandão Noites; Miguel André Duarte Martins; Manuel Pedro da Fonseca Paulo Journal: Restor Dent Endod Date: 2016-02-22