Endodontic treatment of a maxillary second molar with 2 palatal roots: a case report

Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod. 2007 Oct;104(4):e95-7. doi: 10.1016/j.tripleo.2007.05.027. Epub 2007 Jul 12.

Abstract

The incidence of second palatal root in the maxillary second molar is very rare. This case report describes the treatment of a 4-rooted maxillary second molar with 2 distinct palatal roots. Clinical examination and radiographs showed the presence of a second palatal root. After biomechanical preparation, the root canals were filled with gutta-percha cones and AH26 sealer. One year later, the restored tooth and periodontal tissues were healthy both clinically and radiographically.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Dental Pulp Cavity / anatomy & histology*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Maxilla
  • Molar / anatomy & histology*
  • Root Canal Therapy / methods*
  • Tooth Root / anatomy & histology*