Prevalence of Mesiobuccal-2 Canals in Maxillary First and Second Molars Among the Bruneian Population-CBCT Analysis

Overview

Journal BDJ Open

Specialty Dentistry

Date 2022 Nov 19

PMID 36402745

Authors

Hui Yi Onn

Malissa Siao Yun Abdullah Sikun

Hanif Abdul Rahman

Jagjit Singh Dhaliwal

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Abstract

Introduction: Identification of the second mesiobuccal canal (MB-2) in maxillary molars is considered an endodontic concern of many practitioners due to its complex morphology. The use of Cone-beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) is a necessity for easier location of this elusive canal during endodontic treatment.

Aim: To study the prevalence of the MB-2 canal in the maxillary first and second molars amongst the Bruneian population.

Materials And Methods: A retrospective study involving a review of scans taken from a CBCT scanner (J Morita; Veraviewepocs 3D R100 Panoramic/Cephalometric) over a 5-year period, from May 2016 to May 2021 was carried out. A total of 342 maxillary molars were evaluated independently by two observers. Any contradicting outcomes were discussed by both observers until a consensus was reached. In addition, the correlation of MB-2 canals with gender and age were calculated using the chi-squared test.

Results: The prevalence of MB-2 canal in the maxillary first and second molars are 51.3% and 29.8% respectively. Both males and females have a similar prevalence of MB-2 canals in the maxillary first and second molars. The incidence of MB-2 canals in both maxillary first and second molars significantly decreases with increasing age. No significant correlation between the prevalence of MB-2 canals with different gender groups in the population.

Conclusions: It is crucial for clinicians to identify the presence of MB-2 canals when performing endodontic treatment of the maxillary first and second molars. Varying prevalence has been reported for different populations. Recognising this wide-ranging prevalence amongst different populations will allow for greater predictability in ensuring endodontic treatment success.

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