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When a fourth root canal exists in a maxillary first molar, it is most likely located in which root?

  1. Lingual
  2. Distofacial
  3. Distolingual
  4. Mesiofacial
  5. Mesiolingual
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Correct answer: D. Mesiofacial

The mesiobuccal root of maxillary first molars frequently harbors two canals (MB1 and MB2), giving the tooth 4 canals total. The MB2 canal is notoriously difficult to locate, which is why maxillary first molar RCTs are commonly referred to endodontists.

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