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There are several pathologies, outside of blunt force injury, that can occur to the mandible. One condition known as TMJ, but more accurately termed TMD, is a musculoskeletal condition that involves the temporomandibular joint and the muscles associated with its function. The other is acromegaly, and that has to do with an overproduction of growth hormone in an adult that makes the jaw grow larger, as well as other parts of their bodies. This condition is caused by a benign tumor that grows on the pituitary gland. And since the pituitary gland is mostly encased in bone, the sella turcica, the pressure caused by the tumor promotes the overproduction of the growth hormone.
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Where is the mandible?
The mandible is your jaw.
What is the other name for the upper jaw?
The mandible
What does the mandible articulate with?
Everything, except the mandible
Where is located the mandible?
The mandible is located on your skull. It is attached to your skull. It is called your JAW.
Mandible in a sentence?
The shark had a very big mandible.
Which part of the skeletal system is the mandible?
The mandible is your jawbone.
What bird is the only bird to have a lower mandible longer than the upper mandible?
The Black Skimmer is the only bird to have a lower mandible longer than the upper mandible.
Does a dog have a mandible?
Yes. A dog has a mandible. It is behind the teeth.
When did Edward Mandible die?
Edward Mandible died in 1936.
What is the antagonist for the mandible?
The antagonist for the mandible is the temporalis muscle. It is responsible for closing the jaw while the mandible is involved in opening the jaw.
Why mandible is called mandible?
The word "mandible" comes from the Latin word "mandibula," which means jaw or jawbone. The mandible is the largest and strongest bone in the human face and plays a crucial role in speaking and chewing.
Where is your mandible bone found?
The lower jaw
