Question 1

what is  torus mandibularis?

Accepted Answer

Bony growth: It is a bony growth on the inside of the lower jaw. It is harmless and does not need to be treated unless you are having a removable denture made.

Question 2

what is a torus mandibularis ?

Accepted Answer

Extra bone: This is a fancy term for extra bone in the lower jaw.  Usually this extra bone sticks out from the lower jaw underneath the tongue.   It is a variation of normal and do not have to be removed.   If you are going to be wearing dentures, then your dentist would recommend that they be removed.

Question 3

what are signs of torus mandibularis?

Accepted Answer

It's just anatomy.: Torus mandibularis is not a sign or a symptom, it's just anatomy.  It refers to extra, lumpy bone that grows on the tongue side of the lower jaw.  It's usually on both sides when present, but not always.  It's slow growing and many patients do not know that they are present unless their dentist or surgeon tells them.  It is not necessary to remove them unless they are in the way.

Question 4

doctor called it torus mandibularis. can this become cancerous?

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Not very likely: Mandibular tori are benign dense bone growths, more commonly located on the lingual (tongue side) of the lower jaw. They are usually slow growing, appearing as a single hard nodule or multiple nodules on both sides of the lower jaw.  Labial (lip side or cheek side) tori or exostosi can also develop.

Question 5

how do i get rid of torus mandibularis condition?

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Surgery: Surgery can be performed to remove the excess bone.  Often this is a straight forward procedure.

Question 6

i just had my torus mandibularis removed and my dentist said i should be on a liquid diet for at least 4 weeks. how long do you say ?

Accepted Answer

Follow Directions: Your dentist knows your wound and the extent of your surgery far better than anyone over the internet who hasn't examined you.

Question 7

hi, is torus mandibularis a symptom of an underlying condition? maybe a mineral or nutrient deficiency or adrenal glands problems? thanks

Accepted Answer

No its not a problem: No this is not
A sign of an underlying condition.
It may be hereditary or due to a heavy bite
And possibly grinding or clenching.

Question 8

had dental surgery on wednesday (tooth extraction and removal of torus mandibularis). my wife misread instructions on antibiotics and only gave me 1 amoxicillian instead of three on thursday and friday. what are the consequences?

Accepted Answer

: If you're feeling OK, probably no issues. Start taking the three per day.

Question 9

what is the after care of a torus palatinus  removal ?

Accepted Answer

Gentle care: Recovery from palatal torus excision is slow due to thick dense underlying bone in the roof of your mouth and limited blood vessels supplying the area. The surgeon may place an acrylic stent as a bandage over the surgery site for the first 2 weeks.Soft diet for the first few days aid healing. Antiseptic oral rinses and/or salty water rinses during the first week are helpful. Time is most important.

Question 10

does torus palatinus dangerous?

Accepted Answer

No: There are several reasons why torus platinum occur, usually stress and excessive biting force. It is not a problem unless you ever need to have a denture made.

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I just had my torus mandibularis removed and my dentist said i should be on a liquid diet for at least 4 weeks. how long do you say ?

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Hi, is torus mandibularis a symptom of an underlying condition? maybe a mineral or nutrient deficiency or adrenal glands problems? thanks

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Had dental surgery on wednesday (tooth extraction and removal of torus mandibularis). my wife misread instructions on antibiotics and only gave me 1 amoxicillian instead of three on thursday and friday. what are the consequences?

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