EC Dental Science

Torus mandibular is a bony outgrowth located on the lingual side of the mandible, in the canine or premolar region. Situated above the insertion area of the mylohyoid muscle. It is a benign mass, usually found as two asymptomatic bilateral tori. We are presenting a case of 55 years old man that was removed as it was interfering somewhat with his tongue movement during speech and swallowing.

Keywords: Mandible; Tori; Lingual; Swallowing; Mass; Speak; Benign Removal; Full Denture; Osseous; Exostosis

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