labial glands


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la·bi·al glands

[TA]
mucous glands in the submucous tissue of the lips.
Synonym(s): glandulae labiales [TA]
Farlex Partner Medical Dictionary © Farlex 2012

la·bi·al glands

(lābē-ăl glandz) [TA]
Mucous glands in submucous tissue of lips.
Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012
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