Saudi Journal of Oral and Dental Research (SJODR)
Volume-3 | Issue-09 | 274-280
Case Report
Confronting the C-Shaped Canal Configuration in Permanent Mandibular Second Molars: A Series of Five Cases
Apurva Anil Sagale, Manoj Mahadeo Ramugade
Published : Sept. 30, 2018
Abstract
Successful endodontic treatment is based on the holy trinity of access
preparation, chemo-mechanical cleaning and shaping and three-dimensional obturation of
the root canal system. The complexity of root canal system and its variations may
adversely affectthe endodontic treatment outcome. Therefore it is necessary to be aware
of the possible anatomic variations for their successful management. Adental practitioner
seldom faces C-shaped canal configuration in the mandibular second molar during its
endodontic treatment. This type of canal configuration may cause diagnostic and
anatomic difficulties which can lead to endodontic mishaps, if not managed strategically.
The presented case series unveils the endodontic management of the different types of Cshaped canal configurations that would occur in mandibular second molars through a
case series of 5 reports.