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Mandibular Tori

Category: Pathology | Difficulty: Intermediate | Priority: Nice-to-know

Clinical Definition

Bony exostoses located on the lingual aspect of the mandible in the premolar region, often bilateral and benign.

Patient-Friendly

Extra bone bumps on the inside of the lower jaw, often on both sides.

Related Terms

[[exostoses; bony growths; sessile exostosis (see: nodule; sessile)]]

Notes

Benign; note when planning lower dentures or appliances

Audience

๐ŸŽ“ Student