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Importance of cone beam computed tomography in endodontics for assessment of MB2 canal in Maxillary First Molar - A review
Authors
Dr. Kumkum Rathore, Dr. Himanshu Gupta, Dr. Hemant Mathur
Abstract
Successful endodontic therapy depends on thorough debridement and
obturation of the entire root canal system. One of the most common causes of
endodontic failure in maxillary first molars is the inability to detect and
treat the second mesiobuccal canal (MB2). Anatomical variations in the
mesiobuccal root make conventional two-dimensional radiography insufficient for
accurate detection. Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) has emerged as a
valuable diagnostic tool that provides three-dimensional visualization of root
canal morphology without superimposition of structures. CBCT allows precise
localization of the MB2 canal, assessment of canal configuration, curvature,
and associated periapical pathology. This review article discusses the
anatomical complexity of the mesiobuccal root of maxillary first molars,
limitations of conventional imaging, and the role of CBCT in improving
detection and treatment outcomes of the MB2 canal. Current literature
supporting the diagnostic accuracy and clinical significance of CBCT in
endodontics is also reviewed.
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Pages:94-95
How to cite this article:
Dr. Kumkum Rathore, Dr. Himanshu Gupta, Dr. Hemant Mathur "Importance of cone beam computed tomography in endodontics for assessment of MB2 canal in Maxillary First Molar - A review". International Journal of Dental Sciences, Vol 8, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 94-95
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