Radix Entomolaris in Mandibular First Molars in Indian Population: A Review and Case Reports

Purpose. The aim of this paper is to present cases of mandibular first molars with an additional distolingual root and their management using appropriate instruments and techniques. Basic Procedures and Main Findings. Mandibular molars can sometimes present a variation called radix entomolaris, wher...

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Main Authors: Kanika Attam, Ruchika Roongta Nawal, Shivani Utneja, Sangeeta Talwar
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2012-01-01
Series:Case Reports in Dentistry
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/595494
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spelling doaj-a902ab1114a34e49a67e6aafd382ad0e2021-07-02T05:31:55ZengHindawi LimitedCase Reports in Dentistry2090-64472090-64552012-01-01201210.1155/2012/595494595494Radix Entomolaris in Mandibular First Molars in Indian Population: A Review and Case ReportsKanika Attam0Ruchika Roongta Nawal1Shivani Utneja2Sangeeta Talwar3Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, New Delhi 110002, IndiaConservative Dentistry & Endodontics, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, New Delhi 110002, IndiaConservative Dentistry & Endodontics, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, New Delhi 110002, IndiaConservative Dentistry & Endodontics, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, New Delhi 110002, IndiaPurpose. The aim of this paper is to present cases of mandibular first molars with an additional distolingual root and their management using appropriate instruments and techniques. Basic Procedures and Main Findings. Mandibular molars can sometimes present a variation called radix entomolaris, wherein the tooth has an extra root attached to its lingual aspect. This additional root may complicate the endodontic management of the tooth if it is misdiagnosed or maltreated. This paper reviews the prevalence of such cases in Indian population and reports the management of 6 such teeth. Principal Conclusions. (1) It is crucial to be familiar with variations in tooth/canal anatomy and characteristic features since such knowledge can aid location and negotiation of canals, as well as their subsequent management. (2) Accurate diagnosis and careful application of clinical endodontic skill can favorably alter the prognosis of mandibular molars with this root morphology.http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/595494
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author Kanika Attam
Ruchika Roongta Nawal
Shivani Utneja
Sangeeta Talwar
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Ruchika Roongta Nawal
Shivani Utneja
Sangeeta Talwar
Radix Entomolaris in Mandibular First Molars in Indian Population: A Review and Case Reports
Case Reports in Dentistry
author_facet Kanika Attam
Ruchika Roongta Nawal
Shivani Utneja
Sangeeta Talwar
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title Radix Entomolaris in Mandibular First Molars in Indian Population: A Review and Case Reports
title_short Radix Entomolaris in Mandibular First Molars in Indian Population: A Review and Case Reports
title_full Radix Entomolaris in Mandibular First Molars in Indian Population: A Review and Case Reports
title_fullStr Radix Entomolaris in Mandibular First Molars in Indian Population: A Review and Case Reports
title_full_unstemmed Radix Entomolaris in Mandibular First Molars in Indian Population: A Review and Case Reports
title_sort radix entomolaris in mandibular first molars in indian population: a review and case reports
publisher Hindawi Limited
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publishDate 2012-01-01
description Purpose. The aim of this paper is to present cases of mandibular first molars with an additional distolingual root and their management using appropriate instruments and techniques. Basic Procedures and Main Findings. Mandibular molars can sometimes present a variation called radix entomolaris, wherein the tooth has an extra root attached to its lingual aspect. This additional root may complicate the endodontic management of the tooth if it is misdiagnosed or maltreated. This paper reviews the prevalence of such cases in Indian population and reports the management of 6 such teeth. Principal Conclusions. (1) It is crucial to be familiar with variations in tooth/canal anatomy and characteristic features since such knowledge can aid location and negotiation of canals, as well as their subsequent management. (2) Accurate diagnosis and careful application of clinical endodontic skill can favorably alter the prognosis of mandibular molars with this root morphology.
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