A Case of Unusual Anatomy in Second Mandibular Molar with Four Canals

ABSTRACT

Success in root canal treatment is achieved after thought cleaning and shaping followed by the complete obturation of root canal system. Such treatment may be performed in root canal systems that do not comply with the normal anatomical features described in standard textbooks. This article describes the conventional root canal treatment on an unusual mandibular second molar with four root-canals. (Eur J Dent 2008;2:217-219)

Key Words:

Anatomy - Endodontics - Root canal filling - Root canal system

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