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Uncommon Dental Anomaly: Three-Rooted Mandibular Molars in an Eight-Year-Old Child

Teerthesh Jain, Ranu Bhandari

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Indian Journal of Cancer Education and Research 12(2):p 88-90, July- Dec. 2024. | DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/ijcer.2321.9815.12224.7

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Teerthesh Jain, Ranu Bhandari, Uncommon Dental Anomaly: Three-Rooted Mandibular Molars in an Eight-Year-Old Child. Ind J Canc Educ Res 2024;12(2):88-90.

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Received : August 26, 2024         Accepted : October 05, 2024          Published : December 25, 2024

Abstract

This case report presents a rare anomaly observed in an eight-year-old boy of mixed ethnic background. The patient exhibited mandibular left and right permanent first molars, as well as deciduous mandibular first and second primary molars, each possessing three roots. The occurrence of mandibular molars with three roots, known as trifurcation, is relatively uncommon, particularly in deciduous teeth. This case highlights the challenges posed by such anomalies and underscores the importance of early detection and tailored treatment strategies.

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All authors contributed significantly to the work and approve its publication.

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This article does not involve any human or animal subjects, and therefore does not require ethics approval.

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We would like to express our gratitude to the patients, their families, and all those who have contributed to this study.

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Teerthesh Jain, Ranu Bhandari, Uncommon Dental Anomaly: Three-Rooted Mandibular Molars in an Eight-Year-Old Child. Ind J Canc Educ Res 2024;12(2):88-90.

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Received Accepted Published
August 26, 2024 October 05, 2024 December 25, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/ijcer.2321.9815.12224.7

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Received August 26, 2024
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