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There are literally hundreds of lower jaw growths and it would be irresponsible to answer this question any way other than you should get it checked by a professional, preferably an oral surgeon who can, if needed, take a biopsy. That said, benign growths are by far more common. The most common is a torus, a bony growth on the mandible usually just below the gum line.
What else can I help you with?
What is the jaw called?
Upper jaw is a maxilla, and the lower jaw is a mandible.
Why can you move your lower jaw and not the upper jaw?
Because your upper jaw is part of your skull which is connected to your spine and your lower jaw is connected to your upper jaw by a hinge type joint that allows you to move your lower jaw so that we can eat. So therefore we cannot move our upper jaw because that would require moving our head which would move our lower jaw too.
What causes undershot jaw in people?
An undershot jaw in people can be caused by genetics, a misalignment of the jaw bones, or abnormal growth of the lower jaw. It may also be influenced by factors like dental issues or certain medical conditions affecting jaw development. Treatment options can include orthodontic intervention, surgical correction, or a combination of both, depending on the severity of the condition.
What does submandibular mean?
Submandibular comes from sub (below), mandibul (lower jaw) and -ar (suffix meaning pertaining to). The word means beneath the mandible or lower jaw.
How does the growth rate of malignant tumors compare to that of benign tumors?
Malignant tumors grow faster and are more aggressive than benign tumors.
What is an ameloblastoma?
An ameloblastoma is a rare benign tumour of the upper or lower jaw.
What is a growth on lower jaw near the tongue?
exostosis
What is a bony growth called tori?
Tori, or singular "torus," are benign bony growths that typically occur in the jaw, specifically on the mandible (lower jaw) or maxilla (upper jaw). These growths are usually asymptomatic and can vary in size and shape. Tori are often considered normal anatomical variations and typically do not require treatment unless they cause discomfort or interfere with oral function.
What is the jaw called?
Upper jaw is a maxilla, and the lower jaw is a mandible.
Dear Sir Is Chemotherapy ever used to remove a benign growth on the lungs?
A benign growth on the lungs would not be treated by chemotherapy. Benign means noncancerous. A biopsy would determine if a growth is benign. Talk to your lung doctor about options for your treatment.
Can a infected top tooth infect the lower jaw?
No, but a toothache in the upper jaw can refer pain to the lower jaw.
What names are given to the lower and upper jaw?
the name for the upper jaw is maxilla and the name for the lower jaw is mandible
Is the lower jaw of a mammal called mandible?
The lower jaw of a mammal is called a mandible. The upper jaw is the maxilla.
Why can you move your lower jaw and not upper jaw?
Because your upper jaw is part of your skull which is connected to your spine and your lower jaw is connected to your upper jaw by a hinge type joint that allows you to move your lower jaw so that we can eat. So therefore we cannot move our upper jaw because that would require moving our head which would move our lower jaw too.
The bone that holds you bottom teeth?
Mandible is the lower jaw and maxible is the upper jaw.
How are uterine fibroids treated in alternative medicine?
There are several natural treatments that help lower estrogen levels and slow the growth of the benign tumors.
What is a non cancerous growth?
The word is "benign" - literally meaning "harmless".
