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What Is The Cause Of A Long Dent In Top Of The Head?
Hello. I recently noticed I have a rather long dent in the top right of my head. I m not sure if it s a dent or if the fontanelle is raised(or the others sunk). I m 29 years old, and I m almost certain it wasn t always like this. It starts just below the hairline, just to right of the center of my forehead, and curves to about an inch above my right ear. It s hard and doesn t give at all, and doesn t move under my skin. It s about 5 inches long and uninterrupted. Any clue? Thank you.
From your description, the dent you are referring to is a suture which fuses the two frontal bones. Its known as metopic frontal suture. It usually disappears by 6 years and is of no clinical significance in adults.
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What Is The Cause Of A Long Dent In Top Of The Head?
Hi, Thanks for the query. From your description, the dent you are referring to is a suture which fuses the two frontal bones. Its known as metopic frontal suture. It usually disappears by 6 years and is of no clinical significance in adults. Hope I have answered your query. If any further questions, will be happy to help you.