Endodontic management of hypo-, meso- and hypertaurodontism: case reports

Aust Endod J. 2012 Apr;38(1):36-41. doi: 10.1111/j.1747-4477.2011.00293.x. Epub 2011 Feb 20.

Abstract

Taurodontism is a morpho-anatomical developmental anomaly rarely seen in teeth. It is characterised by lack of constriction at the level of cementoenamel junction with elongated pulp chambers and apical displacement of bifurcation or trifurcation of roots. This gives the tooth a rectangular or cylindrical appearance. This paper reports successful endodontic therapy of cases with hypo-, meso- and hypertaurodontism in healthy individuals with no associated syndrome or anomaly.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Dental Pulp Cavity / abnormalities*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Root Canal Therapy / methods*
  • Tooth Abnormalities / surgery
  • Tooth Abnormalities / therapy*
  • Tooth Root / abnormalities*

Supplementary concepts

  • Taurodontism