Root canal treatment of maxillary second premolar with three roots and three canals: Clinical cases

Kustarci A., ER K., AKPINAR K. E.

Brazilian Journal of Oral Sciences, vol.6, no.22, pp.1411-1414, 2007 (Scopus) identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 6 Issue: 22
  • Publication Date: 2007
  • Journal Name: Brazilian Journal of Oral Sciences
  • Journal Indexes: Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.1411-1414
  • Keywords: Anatomical variations, Endodontic treatment, Maxillary second premolar
  • Akdeniz University Affiliated: No

Abstract

An accurate diagnosis of the anatomy of the root canal system is a prerequisite for successful root canal treatment. According to the endodontic literature, maxillary second premolars usually have one root and one canal. The possibility of three roots and three canals in maxillary second premolars is quite small. Diagnostic means such as preoperative radiographs and examination of the pulp chamber floor aid the location of root canal orifices. The aim of this clinical article is to describe the unusual anatomy that was detected in two maxillary second premolars during routine endodontic treatment.