Endodontic management of mandibular first molar with 4 roots and 5 canals –a case report

Endodontic failures usually occur due to complex anatomy of root canals .Mandibular 1st molar is most the exposed tooth and frequently require endodontic therapy. It generally has two roots and 3 root canals i.e., one mesial root with two canals and other distal root with one distal canal. This case report describes the anatomical variation of mandibular permanent first molar diagnosed with four roots and five canals using Magnifying loupes and multiple angulated radiographs.