Year: 2025 | Month: June | Volume: 12 | Issue: 6 | Pages: 499-505
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/ijrr.20250657
Unveiling Anatomical Variation in Root Canal Anatomy: A Case Report of a Maxillary Molar with Seven Canals
Aayush Bhatt1, Roshan Samuel1, Priyanka Zinge1, Sakshi Lawande1
1Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, School of Dental Sciences, Karad, India
Corresponding Author: Aayush Bhatt
ABSTRACT
Root canal anatomy is complex, and understanding anatomical variations is essential for successful treatment. This case report highlights a maxillary first molar with a rare anatomical variation consisting of seven canals: three in the mesiobuccal (MB1, MB2, MB3), two in the distobuccal (DB1 and DB2), and two in the palatal (P1 and P2) roots. Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) examination was performed to confirm the presence of these seven canals. Diagnosing and managing such complex canal configurations presents significant challenges in endodontics. The patient was treated with the lateral compaction technique for obturation. A thorough understanding of root canal morphology and its potential variations is crucial for achieving effective access, cleaning, and obturation. Reporting rare cases like this helps expand clinical knowledge and improve the management of complex root canal systems in endodontic practice.
Keywords: Anatomy, Cone-Beam Computed Tomography, Maxillary molar, Root canal therapy, Tooth abnormality
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