Journal of the American Dental Association, Vol 114, Issue 6, 825-826
Copyright © 1987 by American Dental Association
An asymptomatic radiolucent lesion in the mandible
RM Craig Jr
and
TR Rhyne
The lingual cortical mandibular defect is easily diagnosed radiographically. The key features include: a well-defined radiolucent area, location below the mandibular canal, and placement anterior to the angle of the mandible. Routine surgical exploration is not indicated, but sialography or radiographic follow-up may be useful.