A torus palatinus is a bony growth that develops on the roof of the mouth. These growths can vary in shape and size. They may not require treatment but surgery may be necessary in some cases. A torus ...

Photographer John Palatinus of Palm Springs, who in the 1950s dared to showcase the male physique as a form of beauty and desire, died Sept. 22. He was 85. One of a small group of photographers whose ...

A bump or sore on the roof of the mouth can result from a burn or injury. It may also be a canker sore or cyst, or it may be a sign of an infection, such as candidiasis or hand, foot, and mouth ...

Torus palatinus refers to a harmless bump on the roof of your mouth. It generally doesn’t require treatment unless it makes eating or drinking difficult. Torus palatinus is a harmless, painless bony ...

A lump, bump, or other lesion on your hard palate may be a cold sore, canker sore, or a type of cyst. A sore that’s bleeding or will not go away may indicate a more serious condition, such as oral ...

A torus palatinus, a benign overgrowth of bone, was diagnosed. Approximately 20% of the population has at least a small torus palatinus, which often goes unnoticed until middle age. This . . . Are you ...