Benign masseter muscle hypertrophy Summary
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Idiopathic Unilateral Masseter Muscle Hypertrophy: a Case Report and Review
Masseter muscle hypertrophy also called as Benign Massetric hypertrophy (BMH) or Idiopathic Massetric Muscle Hypertrophy (IMMH) is a rare condition of unknown cause which is important in the differential diagnosis of head and neck masses, located in the cheek. It can occur unilaterally or bilaterally. Most patients consult a physician for esthetic correction of the resultant facial asymmetry. S...
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