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lower jaw contour

[/ˈloʊ.ər dʒɔː ˈkɑn.tʊr/]
nounpl: lower jaw contours
contorno da mandíbula
1. The outline or shape of the lower jaw as viewed from the side or front, particularly in relation to facial aesthetics or anatomical assessment
The patient's lower jaw contour was improved significantly after the corrective surgery.
O contorno da mandíbula do paciente foi significativamente melhorado após a cirurgia corretiva.
2. In dentistry and orthodontics, the visible boundary line formed by the lower jawbone structure
The orthodontist assessed the lower jaw contour to determine the need for alignment treatment.
O ortodontista avaliou o contorno da mandíbula para determinar a necessidade de tratamento de alinhamento.
Synonyms
mandibular outlinechin profilejawlinelower jaw outlinemandibular contour

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
contorno da mandíbula
Standard term used in dental and medical contexts
Portugal
contorno mandibular
More formal anatomical terminology preferred in Portuguese medical contexts
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