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Radiographic study of the mental foramen in a selected Saudi population
1Division of Orthodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, King Saud University, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Dento Maxillo Facial Radiology
|July 15, 2000
Summary
The most common mental foramen position in Saudi adults is aligned with the second premolar, often symmetrical. This finding aids clinicians in dental procedures involving the mandible.
Area of Science:
- Anatomy
- Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology
Background:
- The mental foramen's location is crucial for dental anesthesia and surgical procedures.
- Variations in mental foramen position can impact clinical outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify the predominant mental foramen position in a Saudi population.
- To compare these findings with international data.
Main Methods:
- Panoramic radiographs of 414 Saudi individuals were analyzed.
- Radiographs were sourced from four distinct dental centers.
Main Results:
- The most frequent mental foramen position was in line with the second premolar (45.3%).
- A significant percentage (42.7%) showed the foramen between the first and second premolars.
- Symmetry of the mental foramen was observed in 80% of the subjects.
Conclusions:
- The mental foramen is typically symmetrical and aligned with the second premolar in this Saudi cohort.
- This anatomical understanding is vital for dental practitioners in the region.