palatal abscess


pal·a·tal ab·scess

1. a lateral periodontal abscess associated with the lingual surface of a maxillary tooth; 2. an alveolar abscess that has eroded the cortical plate, allowing extension into the palatal soft tissues.

palatal abscess

An abscess in a maxillary tooth, erupting toward the palate.See also: abscess

pal·a·tal ab·scess

(pală-tăl abses) 1. Lateral periodontal abscess associated with lingual surface of a maxillary tooth. 2. Alveolar abscess that has eroded cortical plate, allowing extension into palatal soft tissues.