Endodontic Management Of Radix Entomolaris – A Report Of Two Cases

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Bharadwaj B, Arunajetasan Subbiya, Alagarsamy Venkatesh, Deepti J V, Ajitha R

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Usually first mandibular molars have one mesial and distal root but in some cases there are anatomical variations wherein the number of roots and root canals vary. Presence of an additional lingual root distally in mandibular molars is called radix entomolaris (RE).It is therefore very crucial to be familiar with variations in root canal anatomy and also its characteristic features as such knowledge helps in detection and negotiation of canals.Hence appropriate diagnosis is must before performing with root canal procedure in these teeth in order to ensure successful treatment outcome.This report describes the endodontic management of mandibular molar with radix entomolaris.


 

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