Cheek hemming lineK13.7

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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interdental line; linea alba buccalis

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An almost regularly occurring, completely harmless, striped line on the cheek mucosa, which extends from the canine to the last molar tooth at the level of the occlusal plane of the teeth. If it is more pronounced it is palpable. Under psychological stress, an accentuated, as "swollen" hem line can appear. Transitions to the morsicatio buccarum can exist.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer