Anatomic findings that are commonly misinterpreted as pathologic entities
Major Michael T. Gardner, USAF, DC, Lieutenant Commander Brenda L. Nelson, DC, USN, and Commander James T. Castle, DC, USN

Introduction
Today, more so than at any other time, the dental professional
faces an ever increasing emphasis on a thorough clinical examination
of each patient. As a result, the dentist is often confronted
with a decision to biopsy a lesion exhibiting marginal
indicators for a biopsy procedure. In order to avoid any unnecessary
procedures and treatments, it is essential to be aware
of the many variations in anatomic structures that could be
mistaken as pathologic. In so doing, the dentist can avoid
patient distress and treatment planning alterations. The intent
of this article is to reacquaint the dentist with selected normal
anatomic findings that are commonly misinterpreted as pathologic
entities.

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