Tori Removal

Tori are benign bone growths that can occur on the tongue side of your lower jaw, hard palate or along the bone supporting the teeth.Also known as exostoses, these growths are often lobular and irregularly shaped, with thin overlying mucosal coverage. They can feature a genetic component and run in families or arise spontaneously. Sometimes a hard bite can contribute to their enlargement.

The removal of tori (or exostoses) is generally prompted by their enlargement, which may displace the tongue or challenge hygiene as the thin covering tissues are often subject to trauma.

Occasionally, tori simply obstruct the placement of a prosthesis or dental restoration so must be recontoured or removed. This procedure is routinely completed under anesthesia for your comfort and for optimal surgical management.

Our doctor and staff will be happy to discuss this procedure in more detail at the time of your consultation.