To not function properly or normally as a cell or within an organ. In dentistry, a dysfunction means any abnormality between the physical nature of the teeth, bones, or joints within the oral cavity and their function as mediated through muscles or nerves affecting the oral cavity and causing abnormal functioning.
Abnormal functioning of a system or organ within the body.
Malfunction.
Impaired function.
An unusual functioning of an organ.
State in which the proper response or activity of a part (e.g., a muscle) or organ is weak absent, or otherwise abnormal.
Abnormal development of an organ or part, especially in the embryo stage.
A deviation or dysfunction in the operation of an organ or body system.
The term “dysfunctional” can be applied to characterize an unsatisfactory relationship involving two or more individuals.
Suboptimal functioning affecting a specific bodily region.