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Bilateral bifid mandibular condyle.

S Alpaslan1, M Ozbek, N Hersek

  • 1Hacettepe University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Prosthodontics, 06450 Ankara, Turkey.

Dento Maxillo Facial Radiology
|November 10, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Bilateral bifid mandibular condyles, a rare anomaly, were incidentally found on panoramic radiography. Associated magnetic resonance imaging revealed bilateral anterior disc displacement without reduction, highlighting a potential link between condylar morphology and temporomandibular joint dysfunction.

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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Radiology
  • Anatomy

Background:

  • Bilateral bifid mandibular condyles are uncommon congenital or developmental anomalies.
  • Their etiology and clinical significance are not fully understood.
  • This condition can be an incidental radiographic finding.

Observation:

  • A case report details a patient with bilateral bifid mandibular condyles.
  • The patient had no history of trauma or relevant medical history.
  • Panoramic radiography revealed the condylar anomaly incidentally.

Findings:

  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) demonstrated bilateral anterior disc displacement without reduction in the temporomandibular joints.
  • The study reviews the radiographic appearance of this anomaly.

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  • Literature on bilateral bifid condyles is discussed.

    • Implications:

    • This case suggests a potential association between bilateral bifid mandibular condyles and temporomandibular joint disc displacement.
    • Further research is warranted to explore the pathogenetic mechanisms and clinical implications of this rare condylar anomaly.
    • Radiographic findings of bifid mandibular condyles may necessitate further investigation for associated internal derangements of the temporomandibular joint.