Bilateral coronoid hyperplasia. Report of a case.

Area of Science:

• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Developmental Biology

Background:

• Coronoid hyperplasia is a rare developmental abnormality affecting mandibular function.
• It typically manifests as progressive, asymptomatic limitation of jaw movement, primarily in males.

Observation:

• This case presents bilateral coronoid hyperplasia, a condition usually diagnosed around puberty.
• Diagnosis relies on patient history and radiographic evidence of elongated coronoid processes.

Findings:

• The study details a case of bilateral coronoid hyperplasia.
• Radiographic findings are crucial for diagnosis.

Implications:

• Surgical excision of the elongated coronoid processes is an effective treatment.
• Postoperative range-of-motion exercises are essential for restoring full mandibular mobility.