Internal Anatomy of Root Canal System
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What is the mean distance between the major and minor apical diameters in a young person?

  • 1 mm
  • 3 mm
  • 0.67 mm
  • 0.5 mm (correct)
  • Where is the Cemento Dentinal Junction located?

  • At the anatomic apex
  • In the root canal system
  • Approximately 1 mm from the AF (correct)
  • Same area as the accessory canal
  • What is a Taurodontism?

  • Enlarged tooth with short roots (correct)
  • Deep lingual pit involving Max lateral incisors
  • Extraordinary curving of roots due to trauma
  • Fusion of teeth showing separate pulp space
  • What is the main opening on the surfaces of the root canal where blood vessels and nerves enter, described as 'Morning Glory'?

    <p>Apical foramen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a Lingual Groove associated with?

    <p>Maxillary lateral incisor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is defined as the apical part of the root canal that has the narrowest diameter short of the apical foramen or radiographic apex?

    <p>Minor apical diameter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause for failed root canals according to the text?

    <p>Isthmus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of the root canal system is NOT recommended for long-term success if violated with instruments or filling materials?

    <p>Apical foramen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is an accessory canal located?

    <p>At the coronal or middle third of the tooth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reference point clinicians use most often as the apical termination for enlarging, shaping, cleaning, disinfecting, and filling of the root canal system?

    <p>Apical constriction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the anatomical component of the root canal system that is described as 'hyperbolic' and resembles a 'Morning Glory' shape?

    <p>Apical foramen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the root canal system is described as the main opening where blood vessels and nerves enter, resembling a 'Morning Glory'?

    <p>Root canal orifice</p> Signup and view all the answers

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