What is it about?
To evaluate the number, anatomical morphology and patency of accessory canals in the furcation of carious primary molar teeth and to ascertain whether these anatomic variations contribute to endodontic infection.
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Why is it important?
Accessory canals may not be the primary cause of transmission of infection in the inter-radicular area of primary molars. Other factors enhancing permeability of the pulpal floor may be of more significance and need evaluation on a larger scale.
Perspectives
The conventional and age-old concept of paediatric endodontics stresses on the role of accessory canals in the transmission of infection in the inter-radicular area. However, the present study deviates from the traditional thought, thus paving way for future research to look for factors other than accessory canals which enhance porosity of pulpal floor in primary molars and cause inter-radicular bone resorption
Dr Urvashi Sharma
Dr HSJ Institute of Dental Sciences and Hospital
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This page is a summary of: An investigation of accessory canals in primary molars - an analytical study, International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry, July 2015, Wiley,
DOI: 10.1111/ipd.12178.
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