Nexhmije Ajeti¹, Violeta Vula¹, Sonja Apostolska², Teuta Pustina^3*, Tringa Kelmendi¹, Lindihana Emini⁴, Shefqet Mrasori¹, Resmije Ademi⁵

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¹ Department of Endodontic and Dental Pathology, Dental Branch, Medical Faculty, University of Prishtina, Prishtina, Kosovo.
² Department of Endodontic and Dental Pathology, Dental Faculty, University of Skopje, Skopje, Macedonia.
³ Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Dental Branch, Medical Faculty, University of Prishtina, Prishtina, Kosovo.
⁴ Department of Endodontic and Dental Pathology, Dental Branch, Medical Faculty, University of Tetovo, Tetovo, Macedonia.
⁵ Department of Oral Surgery, Dental Branch, Medical Faculty, University of Prishtina, Prishtina, Kosovo.
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Abstract: The maxillary second molar contains three roots and three canals. Variations of the maxillary second molar are reported in numerous studies in vitro and in vivo. Dentists are required to have adequate knowledge related to root canal morphology and their possible variations. The aim of this study was to present a case report about a diagnosis and treatment in maxillary second molar with single root and single canal. It is concluded that the diagnosing of these unusual cases is of high importance for successful endodontic treatment of these teeth.

Keywords: Maxillary Second Molar, Single Root, Single Canal Morphology

Cite this paper: Ajeti, N. , Vula, V. , Apostolska, S. , Pustina, T. , Kelmendi, T. , Emini, L. , Mrasori, S. and Ademi, R. (2015) Maxillary Second Molar with Single Root and Single Canal—Case Report. Open Journal of Stomatology, 5, 47-52. doi: 10.4236/ojst.2015.53007.

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