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ArticleCase reports in dentistry2017

Mandibular Canines with Two Roots and Two Root Canals: Case Report and Literature Review.

Hugo Plascencia, Álvaro Cruz, Gerardo Gascón, Beatriz Ramírez, Mariana Díaz

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Article in Case reports in dentistry, 2017. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 4 papers.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

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5 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.

Hugo PlascenciaEndodontic Postgraduate Program, CUCS-CUAltos, University of Guadalajara, Guadalajara, JAL, Mexico.ORCID 0000-0003-1073-2216
Álvaro CruzResearch Institute in Biomedical Sciences, CUCS, University of Guadalajara, Guadalajara, JAL, Mexico.
Gerardo GascónEndodontic Postgraduate Program, CUCS, University of Guadalajara, Guadalajara, JAL, Mexico.
Beatriz RamírezEndodontic Postgraduate Program, CUCS, University of Guadalajara, Guadalajara, JAL, Mexico.
Mariana DíazEndodontic Postgraduate Program, CUCS-CUAltos, University of Guadalajara, Guadalajara, JAL, Mexico.
Universidad de Guadalajara · MX

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Usually, the mandibular canine only has one root and one root canal. However, there has been a noticeable increment in evidence showing variations in its morphology, such as the presence of two roots and two root canals. The aim of this article was to present a case of a mandibular canine with two roots and two root canals and to review the available literature on this anatomic variation. Root canal treatment of tooth #43 with such morphology was performed in a 47-year-old woman. Careful inspection of the preoperative radiograph indicated the presence of more than one canal. The 12-month follow-up showed normal periapical tissues, with no pain or tenderness. Literature review revealed that the overall prevalence of such root canal configuration is 5.7%, with a strong preference for female sex (87.5%). Although mandibular canines with two roots and two root canals are not common, clinicians should always anticipate the presence of possible variations. Therefore, timely diagnosis and meticulous exploration of such mandibular canines allow for planning of an individualized treatment protocol, tailored to their peculiar morphology, focused on avoiding excessive weakening or even perforation of the roots.

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PMCPMC5616004
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