Parasymphysis
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Parasymphysis is a noun meaning (anatomy) The point at which both halves of the mandible are fused together.
Meaning
(anatomy) The point at which both halves of the mandible are fused together.
Example Sentences
In general, the most common sites of mandibular fracture are the condyle and angle (especially in the presence of an impacted or semi-erupted third molar), mental foramen or body, parasymphysis, and any part of the dental alveolus.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include symphysis, menton, parabasisphenoid, metaepiphysis, synchondrosis, condylion.
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