Radix Entomolaris ? A Case Report

Dr Chanchal Goinka, Dr B. Devi Priya, Dr. Bala Raju Korrai, Dr Aruna Kumari, Dr VB Srinidhi, Dr Hare Krishna Saladi

Abstract: During Root canal treatment if the dentist fails to identify any root canal, it leads to endodontic failure, particularly in teeth with anatomical variation in the form of extra roots or canals. Permanent mandibular firs molars usually have 2 roots which are mesial & distal. The mesial root usually has 2 root canals & distal root have 1 root canal. However, radix entomolaris (RE), an anatomical variant of permanent mandibular first molar, is characterized by the presence of additional or extra distolingual root. The prevalence of radix entomolaris in permanent mandibular first molars differs signifi cantly with race but found to be very low among the Indian population. This case report is about the radiographic identification and endodontic management of radix entomolaris in a mandibular right first molar.

Keywords: Radix entomolaris, Distolingual root, Anatomic variation, Permanent three-rooted mandibular first molars

How to Cite?: Dr Chanchal Goinka, Dr B. Devi Priya, Dr. Bala Raju Korrai, Dr Aruna Kumari, Dr VB Srinidhi, Dr Hare Krishna Saladi, "Radix Entomolaris ? A Case Report", Volume 6 Issue 6, June 2017, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 2138-2141, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=ART20174821, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/ART20174821