What is a bony growth extending out from the lingual surface of the mandible called?

What will be an ideal response?


Torus mandibularis. Depending on the size of the torus, the increased thickness in the bone will appear as a radiopaque, fuzzy "cotton ball" imaged over or apical to the roots of the posterior teeth.

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A(n) ____ is an enclosed area with limited access and/or egress that is not designed for human occupancy and has the potential for physical, chemical, or atmospheric injury.

A. thermos B. confined space C. trench D. box type space

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Which of the following drugs is used in the control of mild persistent asthma?

a. no medication needed b. low-dose inhaled corticosteroid c. long-acting Beta2-agonist d. low-dose inhaled corticosteroid plus long-acting b2-agonist

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Triglycerides are one form of ____ and are used to store energy for cells. 

A. carbohydrate B. lipid C. nucleic acid D. protein E. amino acid

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In addition to storing patients' healthcare records, EHR programs are designed to do which of the following?

A. Enhance productivity B. Streamline data collection C. Minimize the use and storage of paper records D. All of these

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