Abstract:It has been favorably commented on at the recent meetings of the American Board of Otolaryngology that the younger otolaryngologists are examining the oral cavity with greater care than did the applicants of ten years ago who came before the board. While not all otolaryngologists are interested in or even qualified for oral surgery, all should thoroughly examine the mouth as a necessary part of any complete examination. The tongue depressor can be, and often is, used too soon to hold the tongue down and thus o… Show more
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