ENDODONTIC MANAGEMENT OF A RARE CASE OF MANDIBULAR SECOND MOLAR WITH SINGLE ROOT AND SINGLE CANAL: A CASE REPORT

Dr. Damini Vilas Patil*

ABSTRACT

Background: The root canals of mandibular molar teeth show a wide variation in their system ranging from single to multiple canals. A thorough understanding of the variations present in the internal anatomy of teeth is imperative for a favorable outcome of endodontic treatment. The tooth morphology should access the variations present related to its root structure, shape, and information regarding the root canal. Before commencing the endodontic treatment, assess the number of orifices and canal configuration. Case Presentation: This case report explains the diagnosis and management of a mandibular second molar, the unusual root canal configuration with one canal in a single conical root. Following the case, clinical and radiographic examinations established a diagnosis of symptomatic irreversible pulpitis with symptomatic apical periodontitis of tooth #47. Root canal treatment followed, and planned a crown. Conclusion: Knowledge of the number of root canals present within the tooth is imperative for successful root canal treatment. Some teeth may show extra canals, while others may show fewer than an average number of canals. Mandibular second molar may present with a single canal and should promptly recognize this. Single canal identification helps conserve the tooth structure by searching for an extra canal, eliminating the need to remove excessive tooth structure.

Keywords: Mandibular second molar, Root canal variations, Single canal, Single Root, One canal.