Abstract
Aim:
To describe endodontic treatment for a rare case of gemination.
Summary:
A case of complex endodontic treatment in a geminated tooth is presented. With the assistance of microinstruments and magnification devices, a geminated maxillary second molar was successfully treated. In such a case, ultrasonic tips and the use of an endoscope were essential to detect the peculiar anatomy of the tooth involved.
Key learning points:
Knowledge of anomalies concerning fused teeth is essential. Using an endoscope as a magnification device is useful during the inspection of pulp chambers. Ultrasonic tips are safe and useful to detect canal orifices.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Composite Resins / chemistry
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Dental Materials / chemistry
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Dental Pulp Cavity / pathology
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Dental Restoration, Permanent / methods
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Endoscopes*
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Female
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Follow-Up Studies
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Fused Teeth / therapy*
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Gutta-Percha / therapeutic use
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Humans
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Maxilla
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Microsurgery / instrumentation
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Molar / abnormalities*
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Root Canal Filling Materials / therapeutic use
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Root Canal Preparation / instrumentation
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Root Canal Preparation / methods
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Root Canal Therapy / instrumentation
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Root Canal Therapy / methods*
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Tooth Crown / abnormalities
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Tooth, Supernumerary / pathology
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Ultrasonic Therapy / instrumentation
Substances
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Composite Resins
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Dental Materials
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Root Canal Filling Materials
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Gutta-Percha