ROOT CANAL TREATMENT OF MESIALLY TILTED MANDIBULAR THIRD MOLAR USING HYFLEX EDM - A CASE REPORT

Abstract

This case demonstrate root canal therapy of 3-canal mesially tilted mandibular third molar. Acute exacerbation was noted on previous intervention. Three canals (mesiobuccal, mesiolingual and distal) were identified. Clinician need to be aware of the variations in the root canal anatomy of third molar. During clinical examination, the dental practitioner should identify the extension of decay and possibility for restoration, mouth opening and accessibility and future involvement as a functional component in a proposed treatment plan. For instance, tilted third molars either mesially or distally might be a risk factor for iatrogenic mishaps.

Keywords: endodontic treatment, tilted molar, neohybrid