Contemporary Clinical Dentistry (Jan 2012)

Maxillary lateral incisors with two canals and two separate curved roots

  • Ajit George Mohan,
  • A V Rajesh Ebenezar,
  • Liza George,
  • Sujathan,
  • Susan Ann Josy

DOI
https://doi.org/10.4103/0976-237x.107460
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 3, no. 4
pp. 519 – 521

Abstract

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Variation in the roots and root canal anatomy seems to be the norm rather than an exception. For a successful endodontic treatment, a clinician should have a thorough knowledge of the internal and external dental anatomy and its variations. Maxillary lateral incisors usually exhibit single canal with a single root. In this case, clinical examination and radiographs clearly demonstrates the presence of two root canals with two separate curved roots. This case report emphasizes the need for attention during endodontic management of maxillary lateral incisors.

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