Artificial Intelligence to Detect Missed Root Canals in Previously Treated Lower Back Teeth Using 3D Dental Imaging (CBCT)

Launched by FUTURE UNIVERSITY IN EGYPT · Jul 11, 2025

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This study is testing how accurately artificial intelligence (AI) can detect missed root canals in a lower second molar that has already had root canal treatment. Researchers will compare AI analysis with cone-beam CT imaging (a 3D X-ray) and with the standard clinical exam using a dental operating microscope to see which method best identifies canals that were not found during the first treatment. The main goal is to see if AI can reliably detect missed canals or variations in tooth shape.

People eligible are adults aged 18–50 who are healthy and have a tooth that has already had a root canal, is restorable, and willing to participate. Exclusions include very poor oral hygiene, pregnancy, psychological concerns, a tooth with heavy mobility or that cannot be restored, and teeth with abnormal anatomy or calcified canals. If needed, retreatment will be performed with local anesthesia following standard steps, and the tooth will be evaluated before treatment and again within about a week after. The study is being conducted at Future University in Egypt, has an estimated small enrollment (about 3 participants), and is currently enrolling by invitation.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • - 1) Patients must be medically free from any systemic disease that can affect root canal treatment.
• • 2) Age range of the patient should be between 18 - 50 years old. 3) No sex predilection. 4) Patients must have good oral hygiene. 5) Patients with root canal-treated teeth. 6) Restorable teeth. 7) Positive patient acceptance for participating in the study. 8) Patients can sign informed consent.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • - 1) Patients with very poor oral hygiene. 2) Patients above 50 years and below 18 years. 3) Pregnant women after taking detailed history and pregnancy test must be in the first visit.
• • 4) Psychologically disturbed patients. 5) Tooth periodontally affected with grade 2 or 3 mobility. 6) Non restorable teeth. 7) Tooth with abnormal anatomy and calcified canals.