submandibular

/ˌsʌbmænˈdɪbjələr/
adjective
  1. Located under the lower jaw (mandible).
    • The submandibular lymph nodes help filter bacteria from the mouth and throat.
    • Surgeons made a small incision in the submandibular area to remove the cyst.
    • The submandibular region can become swollen during a dental infection.
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