Bifid mandibular condyle.

The bifid mandibular condyle remains a relatively uncommon entity although the number of reports continues to accumulate, usually as incidental radiographic findings. It would appear that it may arise in at least two different ways, traumatically and developmentally. A case is presented of a unilateral bifid condyle in a young female. From the radiological examination, including CT, the left condyle was seen to be divided medio-laterally by a groove located on the anterior aspect. A history of trauma was inconclusive and no link was apparent with respect to the patient's medical history. Since the patient's original complaint improved with the management of her oral symptoms and the provision of new dentures, no other treatment of the joint was indicated. The case is discussed in connection with the relevant literature.