Bifid mandibular condyle (BMC) is an uncommon anatomical variation of the mandibular condyle that is typically asymptomatic and often identified incidentally during routine radiographic evaluations. A 46-year-old male arrived at the outpatient dental clinic with a chief complaint of intermittent pain in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) condyles for the past four months. The patient described the pain as a dull ache that worsened during mastication, yawning, or prolonged speaking. Panoramic radiography was performed as part of the routine assessment, revealing an unusual bifid bilateral mandibular condyles appearance. Bifid mandibular condyles, though often asymptomatic, may present with TMJ symptoms. Accurate diagnosis often depends on advanced imaging for thorough evaluation and effective management. Although Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) was recommended in this case, the patient declined, which limited the assessment to panoramic radiography alone.
Citation: Mohamed Adel Youssef Abdelsalam, Ahmed Abd El-Latif Zeidan. Panoramic radiographic appearance suggestive of bilateral bifid mandibular condyles[J]. Journal of Dentistry and Multidisciplinary Sciences, 2026, 2(1): 18-22. doi: 10.3934/jdms.2026003
Bifid mandibular condyle (BMC) is an uncommon anatomical variation of the mandibular condyle that is typically asymptomatic and often identified incidentally during routine radiographic evaluations. A 46-year-old male arrived at the outpatient dental clinic with a chief complaint of intermittent pain in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) condyles for the past four months. The patient described the pain as a dull ache that worsened during mastication, yawning, or prolonged speaking. Panoramic radiography was performed as part of the routine assessment, revealing an unusual bifid bilateral mandibular condyles appearance. Bifid mandibular condyles, though often asymptomatic, may present with TMJ symptoms. Accurate diagnosis often depends on advanced imaging for thorough evaluation and effective management. Although Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) was recommended in this case, the patient declined, which limited the assessment to panoramic radiography alone.
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Mohamed Adel Youssef Abdelsalam, Ahmed Abd El-Latif Zeidan. Panoramic radiographic appearance suggestive of bilateral bifid mandibular condyles[J]. Journal of Dentistry and Multidisciplinary Sciences, 2026, 2(1): 18-22. doi: 10.3934/jdms.2026003
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