Removal of Large Bilateral Mandibular Tori

The Story:

Removal of very large bilateral mandibular tori which was causing patient frequent irritation, traumatic ulcers, and difficulty eating and speaking.

Treatment:

For diagnosis, a CBCT (cone beam CT scan) obtained to localize and quantify the size of the tori. Piezo technique used for gentle removal with bone recontrouring. Platelet rich fibrin membranes placed to promote a more rapid soft tissue healing. 

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