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Lingual mandibular bone concavity.

E G Mainous, P J Boyne

    Journal of the American Dental Association (1939)
    |March 1, 1975
    PubMed
    Summary
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    The lingual mandibular bone concavity is a radiographic finding, not a disease. Its contents often reflect normal submandibular tissues, requiring case-by-case surgical evaluation for accurate diagnosis.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology
    • Oral Pathology

    Background:

    • The lingual mandibular bone concavity is a recognized radiographic entity.
    • Its origin and contents are often associated with adjacent anatomical structures in the submandibular space.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To clarify the nature of the lingual mandibular bone concavity.
    • To discuss the diagnostic implications and management of this radiographic finding.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of radiographic findings of lingual mandibular bone concavity.
    • Histopathologic examination of tissue contents from surgical explorations.
    • Literature review of previously reported cases.

    Main Results:

    • The lingual mandibular bone concavity is not pathognomonic; it represents a radiographic bone entity.

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  • Histologic examination frequently reveals normal submandibular space contents.
  • Nine out of ten reviewed cases showed normal tissue contents.

    • Conclusions:

    • Accurate diagnosis relies on surgical exploration and histopathologic examination.
    • Management decisions for surgical intervention should be individualized by oral surgeons.
    • General dental practitioners should be aware of this entity for patient consultation and referral.