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A torus palatinus with a family history

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Throughout history, different etiologies have been suggested for torus palatinus. In more recent years, however, torus palatinus has been attributed to heredity; a case which confirms this is presented. The relevant literature is reviewed.

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  1. Institute for Craniofacial and Reconstructive Surgery, Toledo, Spain

    A. Castro Sierra (Visiting Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon)

  2. Providence Hospital, Southfield, Michigan, USA

    I. T. Jackson M.D.

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Sierra, A.C., Jackson, I.T. A torus palatinus with a family history. Eur J Plast Surg 15, 98–99 (1992). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00178577

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