Definition: A localized thickening of the mucosa of the maxillary sinus. This is frequently seen adjacent to an area of inflammation of the maxilla or of tooth origin.
Radiographic Features:
Location: Floor of maxillary sinus adjacent to an area of inflammation.
Edge: Well-defined.
Shape: No particular shape.
Internal: Radiopaque.
Other: None.
Number: Maybe single or multiple depending of surrounding bone and teeth.
Mucositis
(arrows pointing to localized thickening of the mucosa of the maxillary sinus)
Mucositis
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Mucositis
