Tori Removal Surgery
in Orlando, FL | Restore Comfort and Oral Function
What Is Tori Removal
Tori removal is a specialized oral surgery that removes excess bone growths (called “tori”) from the mouth. These bony lumps often form along the inside of the lower jaw (mandibular tori) or the roof of the mouth (palatal tori).
While tori are usually benign, they can interfere with speech, chewing, and the fit of dentures or oral appliances. Tori removal by a skilled oral surgeon ensures smoother, healthier oral tissues and improved comfort.
There are two common types:
- Mandibular Tori: Found on the inside of the lower jaw near the tongue.
- Palatal Tori: Found on the roof of the mouth (hard palate).
Many patients in Orlando, FL choose tori removal at Orofacial & Dental Implant Surgery to enhance oral comfort, improve prosthetic fit, and prepare for other dental procedures such as dentures, implants, or mouthguards.
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Who May Benefit From Tori Removal?
You may be a candidate for tori removal if you:
- Experience irritation or soreness from large or uneven tori.
- Struggle with poor-fitting dentures or difficulty creating a proper dental impression.
- Have difficulty speaking or swallowing due to large bone growths.
- Need to prepare your mouth for dental implants, dentures, or other oral appliances.
- Have frequent injuries to oral tissues from chewing or brushing near the tori.
Tori removal can make a lasting difference—improving comfort, oral function, and readiness for future dental treatments.
How Tori Removal Surgery Is Performed
At Orofacial & Dental Implant Surgery, every tori removal procedure is performed with advanced techniques and your comfort as our top priority.
Here’s how the process typically works:
- Consultation and Evaluation: We use advanced imaging and a comprehensive oral exam to identify the size, shape, and location of the tori.
- Anesthesia and Comfort: Your oral surgeon will recommend best anesthesia / sedation option for a stress-free experience.
- Precise Removal: The gum tissue is gently lifted, and the excess bone is carefully smoothed or removed using specialized instruments. The area is then cleaned and sutured to promote healthy healing.
- Healing and Recovery: Most patients experience minimal discomfort and heal within a few weeks. Your surgeon will provide detailed Instructions to ensure a smooth recovery and optimal oral health. Click here to access the Patient Library.
Our patients in Orlando, FL often report that the experience is much easier than they expected—with significant improvement in comfort once healing is complete.
Why Board-Certified Oral Surgeons Should Perform Your Tori Removal
Tori removal involves delicate work around bone, nerves, and soft tissue. Having your procedure performed by a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon ensures the highest level of expertise, safety, and precision.
At Orofacial & Dental Implant Surgery, our board-certified surgeons have advanced training in bone and soft tissue management and years of experience performing oral and facial surgeries.
When it comes to surgical precision and patient comfort in Orlando, FL, you can trust the experienced team at Orofacial & Dental Implant Surgery.
Symptoms and Conditions That May Require Tori Removal
- Bulging bone growths on the inside of the lower jaw or roof of the mouth
- Soreness or irritation under dentures or partials
- Difficulty speaking or swallowing due to enlarged tori
- Trouble fitting or adjusting oral appliances
- Chronic trauma or ulceration to oral soft tissues
- Frequent food impaction near bony areas
- Challenges with dental impressions or x-rays
- Tongue or speech interference from tori size or shape
- Localized pain or pressure while chewing
- Poor denture suction or retention due to tori position
- Limited tongue movement or discomfort when eating
- Oral hygiene difficulties due to bone protrusions
- Bone overgrowth detected on dental x-rays
- Gum irritation or inflammation near the growth
- Preparing for dental implant or full-mouth rehabilitation
Conditions That May Require Tori Removal
- A hard bony bump or growth in the mouth
- Mandibular tori (inner lower jaw bone growths)
- Palatal tori (roof of mouth bone growths)
- Exostoses (extra bone growths along the jaw ridge)
- Bony irregularities following tooth extractions or trauma
- Bony interference affecting denture stability or fit
- Oral appliance fit issues (e.g., nightguards, mouthguards)
- Bone overgrowth associated with chronic irritation
- Pre-prosthetic surgery before dentures or implants
- Bone remodeling due to periodontal disease
- Developmental or genetic bone prominence
- Oral trauma resulting in uneven bone growth
- Gum irritation caused by sharp or elevated bony ridges
- Asymmetrical jawbone or palate structure
- Post-extraction bone spikes or irregularities
- Need for smoother jaw contour for prosthetic comfort
Empowering Patients Through Education
Informed Consent & Oral Surgery VideosAt Orofacial & Dental Implant Surgery, we’re dedicated to providing the best oral surgery experience, and part of that means upholding the highest ethical standards. As part of this commitment, we offer a comprehensive Patient Library.
In our Patient Library, you will find special videos designed to promote transparency, reduce anxiety, and ensure every patient feels confident and well-informed before treatment.
- Informed Consent Videos help patients understand the risks and benefits.
- General Education Videos and our other resources help patients fully understand the procedures, the preparation, and the recovery phases.