symphysis menti


mandibular symphysis

[TA] the fibrocartilaginous union of the two halves of the mandible in the fetus; it becomes an osseous union during the first year. Synonym(s): symphysis mandibulae [TA], mental symphysis, symphysis mentalis, symphysis menti

symphysis menti

The symphysis of the chin or the ridge marking the line of union of the two halves of the mandible. See also: symphysis