Endodontic management of three-rooted maxillary second premolar in a patient with bilateral occurrence of three roots in maxillary second premolars

• Autores: Raju Chauhan, Shweta Singh
• Localización: Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dentistry, ISSN-e 1989-5488, Vol. 4, Nº. 5, 2012, págs. 317-320
• Idioma: inglés
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  • The possibility of bilateral maxillary second premolars having three separate roots is quite low; however, it must be taken into account in clinical and radiographic evaluations during endodontic treatment. A correct clinical and radiographic diagnosis based on knowledge of root canal anatomy and critical interpretation of radiographs is necessary for a safer and successful endodontic treatment of these teeth. Failure of root canal treatment can occur due to missed roots/canals and often diagnosed when patient experiences continuous post-operative pain and discomfort.

    This case report describes the root canal treatment of a three-rooted maxillary second premolar in a patient with bilateral occurrence of three roots in maxillary second premolars.