Torus palatinus - clinical case

 

 

Torus  Palatinus .. Case reported With Dr. Alex, AUST

 

is a bony protrusion on the palate. Palatal tori are usually present on the midline of the hard palate. Most palatal tori are less than 2 cm in diameter, but their size can change throughout life.

 

 

 

Palatal tori are usually a clinical finding with no treatment necessary. It is possible for ulcers to form on the area of the tori due to repeated trauma. Also, the tori may complicate the fabrication of  dentures. If removal of the tori is needed, surgery can be done to reduce the amount of bone present.