Endodontic Management of Dilacerated Maxillary Central Incisor fused to a Supernumerary Tooth using Cone Beam Computed Tomography: An Unusual Clinical Presentation
The purpose of this report is to present a case of endodontic management of a dilacerated maxillary central incisor fused to supernumerary tooth unusually appearing as a labial tubercle using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) as a diagnostic aid.
Background
Anterior teeth are commonly encountered with aberrant anatomical variations in the crown, number of roots, and root canals. Fusion is an infrequent developmental abnormality in shape of the tooth caused by the union of two adjacent tooth germs. A complete knowledge of such complex anatomies is mandatory for a successful root canal treatment. It highlights the endodontic and restorative approach in the functional and esthetic rehabilitation of the involved tooth.
Case report
Three-dimensional imaging using CBCT was used in this case to differentiate single labial canal and palatal C-shaped canal. The endodontic treatment was performed with the aid of dental operating microscope, and the root canals were obturated with a combination of single cone, carrier based, and cold flowable gutta-percha obturation system. The tooth remained asymptomatic without reinfection and symptoms of failure for 18 months.
Conclusion
Cone beam computed tomography is indispensable in treatment planning for cases where the radiographs cannot reveal useful information regarding the root canal shape. Postobturation CBCT has helped in avoiding further retreatment of the tooth, which otherwise is a challenging task.
Clinical significance
The use of sophisticated equipment, such as dental operating microscope and CBCT has helped in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning of fused central incisor respectively.
How to cite this article
Vinothkumar TS, Kandaswamy D, Arathi G, Ramkumar S, Felsypremila G. Endodontic Management of Dilacerated Maxillary Central Incisor fused to a Supernumerary Tooth using Cone Beam Computed Tomography: An Unusual Clinical Presentation. J Contemp Dent Pract 2017;18(6):522-526.
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