Mental Foramen at Dentist Dictionary
What is Mental Foramen? (a)opening in the lateral surface of the mandible which allows the exit of the third division of the trigeminal nerve and vessels. (b) considered one of the five landmarks for the subperiosteal implant and anatomy.Dental Definition Added By: Faith
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