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The problem of the bifid mandibular condyle.
A Szentpétery1, G Kocsis, A Marcsik
1Department of Dentistry and Oral Surgery, Albert Szent-Györgyi Medical University, Szeged, Hungary.
Summary
Seven cases of bifid mandibular condyles were identified in a study of 2,077 skull condyles. This rare anomaly may result from childhood fractures or persistent connective tissue, impacting jaw development.
Area of Science:
- Anthropology
- Anatomy
- Paleopathology
Background:
- The mandibular condyle is a crucial component of the temporomandibular joint.
- Anomalies of the mandibular condyle, such as bifid condyles, are infrequently documented.
- Understanding these variations is important for anatomical and anthropological studies.