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2013•Journal of Orofacial SciencesOpen access

Endodontic management of supernumerary tooth fused with maxillary second molar

K Sathya Narayanan

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Fusion is a rare occurrence, and its definitive diagnosis is of prime importance for successful root canal treatment. This case report discusses the endodontic management of a supernumerary tooth fused with a right maxillary second molar. After 1 year of follow-up, there were no clinical symptoms and the maxillary second molar remained vital. Recall radiographs appeared normal.

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Fusion is a rare occurrence, and its definitive diagnosis is of prime importance for successful root canal treatment. This case report discusses the endodontic management of a supernumerary tooth fused with a right maxillary second molar. After 1 year of follow-up, there were no clinical symptoms and the maxillary second molar remained vital. Recall radiographs appeared normal.

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Fusion is a rare occurrence, and its definitive diagnosis is of prime importance for successful root canal treatment. This case report discusses the endodontic management of a supernumerary tooth fused with a right maxillary second molar. After 1 year of follow-up, there were no clinical symptoms and the maxillary second molar remained vital. Recall radiographs appeared normal.

Key concepts: Molar, Maxillary first molar, Medicine, Dentistry, Supernumerary, Root canal, Supernumerary tooth, Maxillary molar

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