Incidental findings of root canal anatomy of first and second molars with the eyes of cone beam computed tomography

Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is an imaging modality that enables to visualize the dental structures in three dimensions, which is beyond the scope of conventional radiographs being used. A thorough understanding of the complexity of dental structures is necessary to devise a proper treatment...

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Published in:Journal of Indian Academy of Oral Medicine and Radiology 2015-10, Vol.27 (4), p.580-583
Main Authors: Gupta, Anjali, Babele, Nandika, Phulambrikar, Tushar, Singh, Siddharth
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Altered root canal morphology
Analysis
Anatomy
C-shaped root canal
Case studies
CAT scans
cone beam computed tomography
Health aspects
Root canal therapy
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Summary:Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is an imaging modality that enables to visualize the dental structures in three dimensions, which is beyond the scope of conventional radiographs being used. A thorough understanding of the complexity of dental structures is necessary to devise a proper treatment plan and assure the best prognosis. This is made possible by the use of CBCT in all the specialties of dentistry. This case report presents the incidental findings as visualized on CBCT, viz., C-shaped canal and a molar with six root canals, which may pose a problem while being treated endodontically. Thus, the use of CBCT while treating them ensured the success of treatment and its prognosis.
ISSN:0972-1363
0975-1572
DOI:10.4103/0972-1363.188767