| Literature DB >> 24783160 |
Mohamed Idris1, Nasil Sakkir2, Nandakishore Kj3, Annapurna Kini3.
Abstract
Aberrations in the root canal anatomy are a commonly occurring phenomenon. Although the mandibular second molar is commonly a bi-rooted tooth with an uncomplicated endodontic anatomy, variations have to be considered every time endodontic therapy is performed. This case report describes the non-surgical endodontic retreatment performed on a mandibular second molar with four seperate roots and canals. ProTaper Universal rotary nickel-titanium instruments (Dentsply Maillefer, Ballaigues, Switzerland) for treatment and retreatment were used to remove the old gutta percha and to clean and shape all root canals, followed by the complete obturation of root canal system. Post-operative CBCT scan was taken to confirm the quality of the performed treatment.Keywords: Anatomical variations; Mandibular second molar; Retreatment; Root canal morphology; Root canal therapy
Year: 2014 PMID: 24783160 PMCID: PMC4003669 DOI: 10.7860/JCDR/2014/8441.4187
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Clin Diagn Res ISSN: 0973-709X