Tori
Tori
Tori (pronounced: /ˈtɔːri/; singular: torus) is a term used in medicine to describe a benign anatomical abnormality that is characterized by a bony growth in the oral cavity. The term is derived from the Latin word 'torus,' which means 'swelling' or 'bulge.'
Etymology
The term 'tori' is derived from the Latin word 'torus,' which means 'swelling' or 'bulge.' It is used in the medical field to describe a specific type of benign bony growth that occurs in the oral cavity.
Types of Tori
There are two main types of tori: Torus palatinus and Torus mandibularis.
- Torus palatinus is a bony growth that occurs on the roof of the mouth (the hard palate). It is more common in women and usually develops in adulthood.
- Torus mandibularis is a bony growth that occurs on the inside of the lower jaw (the mandible). It is more common in men and usually develops in adulthood.
Related Terms
- Exostosis: This is a general term for a benign growth of new bone on top of existing bone. Tori are a type of exostosis.
- Maxillofacial surgery: This is the surgical specialty that deals with conditions of the mouth, jaw, and face, including tori.
- Orthodontics: This is the dental specialty that deals with the correction of misaligned teeth and jaws, which can sometimes be caused by tori.
- Periodontics: This is the dental specialty that deals with the structures supporting and surrounding the teeth, which can sometimes be affected by tori.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tori
- Wikipedia's article - Tori
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