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07-03-2009 05:57 AM #1Junior Member
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Philtral dimple
Can anyone tell me what is the purpose of philtral dimple and columns?
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07-03-2009 07:08 AM #2Senior Member
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They're there for decoration probably.
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07-03-2009 04:52 PM #3Member
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I thought they existed just simply through a consequence of folding etc in embryonic development. I am not sure they have a function, but patholofy wise of course cleft lip/palate come to mind.
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07-03-2009 08:37 PM #4Member
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I was taught there wasn't a purpose. It allows for stretching for facial expression (grinning smiling, pouting).
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07-03-2009 08:45 PM #5Member
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I have just one dimple. EXPLAIN THAT *sobs*
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17-03-2009 07:48 PM #6Junior Member
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I think it doesn't have a purpose but probably like what Frank E said its to allow stretching!
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25-11-2009 12:47 PM #7Junior Member
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I was taught the same thing.
Originally Posted by Frank E
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