Title of article
Root Canal Configuration of Maxillary First Permanent Molars in an Iranian Population
Author/Authors
Shahi, Shahriar Department of Endodontics - Faculty of Dentistry - Tabriz University of Medical Sciences , Yavari, Hamid Reza Department of Endodontics - Faculty of Dentistry - Tabriz University of Medical Sciences , Rahimi, Saeed Department of Endodontics - Faculty of Dentistry - Tabriz University of Medical Sciences , Ahmadi, Alli Dentist - Private Practice, Orumieh
Pages
6
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1
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6
Abstract
Background and aims. It is critical to have a proper knowledge of the normal anatomy of the pulp and its variations for the success of endodontic treatment. The purpose of this study was to investigate variations in the root canal system of maxillary first permanent molars in an Iranian population.
Materials and methods. In this study, 137 maxillary first molars were decalcified, dye-injected, cleared and studied.
Results. The results demonstrated that 37.96% of the maxillary first molars under study had three canals, 58.4% had four canals and 3.64% had five canals.
Conclusion. According to the results of this study and considering variations in the root canal systems of maxillary first molars, it seems that great care should be taken in the root canal treatment of these teeth.
Keywords
root canal system , maxillary molar , Canal configuration
Journal title
Astroparticle Physics
Serial Year
2007
Record number
2431247
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