Morphologic features of the root canal system of the maxillary fourth premolar and the mandibular first molar in dogs |
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Authors: | Hernández S Z Negro V B Maresca B M |
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Institution: | Department of Surgery (Hernández, Negro), Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, University of Buenos Aires, Chorroarín 280, C1427CW0 Buenos Aires. |
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Abstract: | Root canal morphology was evaluated in 72 maxillary fourth premolar and 59 mandibular first molar teeth. An apical delta was present in all roots (n = 334). The apical delta represented approximately 12-18% of the total root length for all roots. Non-apical ramifications from the main canal were observed in 25.1% of roots. Secondary canal(s) were present in 20.6% of roots, while lateral canal(s) were present in 6.9% of roots. The distal root of the maxillary fourth premolar had the highest incidence (47.2%) of non-apical ramifications. Overall, 68.0 and 20.4% of maxillary fourth premolar and mandibular first molar teeth had non-apical ramifications, respectively. The prevalence and location of non-apical ramifications may influence clinical decision making when performing endodontic therapy. |
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