Which statement best describes torus palatinus?

Which statement best describes torus palatinus?

• A. Benign bony growth of the palate that may require surgical removal if symptomatic
• B. Malignant lesion
• C. Soft tissue lesion
• D. Cyst

Answer: (A)

A palatal torus is a benign bony exostosis on the midline of the hard palate. It grows slowly, is usually asymptomatic, and is simply an excess bone rather than a soft tissue mass or a cyst. When it becomes large enough to cause discomfort or interfere with denture fabrication or hygiene, surgical removal may be considered. It is not malignant, and its origin is bony, not soft tissue or cystic.

A palatal torus is a benign bony exostosis on the midline of the hard palate. It grows slowly, is usually asymptomatic, and is simply an excess bone rather than a soft tissue mass or a cyst. When it becomes large enough to cause discomfort or interfere with denture fabrication or hygiene, surgical removal may be considered. It is not malignant, and its origin is bony, not soft tissue or cystic.