Prevalence of Bifid Mandibular Condyle ; A Retrospective Orthopantomogram Study in Southern Rajasthan

Abstract

Abstract
Condylar duplication is a very rare and interesting anomaly of unknown etiology. Bifid mandibular condyle (BMC) are usually diagnosed on routine radiographic examination. Various causes for this condition have been discussed in the literature, but there is still no agreement as to the exact cause and the real prevalence.
Aim : To assess the prevalence of (BMC) in population of Southern Rajasthan.
Methodology and Results: A retrospective analysis of 13565 OPGs were done and a total of 4 fulfilled the diagnostic criteria of BMC, Thereby, reporting a prevalence of 0.051 % in Southern Rajasthan.
Conclusion: The Dental professionals should have some knowledge of this anatomic abnormality, as well as its implications for function and appropriate treatment modalities, so that they can be alert to this potential diagnosis.
Keywords : Bifid mandibular condyle, Orthopantomogram