What are signs of torus mandibularis?

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.

Boney growth n mouth: The causes for these growths are not well understood. Local stress appears to be a factor, as torus mandibularis is more common in people who grind their teeth or have problems with the alignment of the teeth and jaws. They grow slowly over time, and may appear very early in childhood in some cases or later on in life, sometimes after a period of stress. If removed, a torus mandibularis can recur, .

Bony projections: Commonly present as bumps or lumps on the inside of the lower jaw below the gum tissue level next to the tongue in the front half of the jaw. Most commonly bilateral, and cease growing by 20's. Often seen with maxillary torus.

Torus mandibularis: is a bony growth on the lingual areas of the mandible that is near the cuspid and first bicuspid teeth. Very common.