Any deviation from a physiologically acceptable contact between the opposing dental arches.<\/p>\n
Any deviation from a normal occlusion.<\/p>\n
Improper alignment of the upper and lower teeth when biting.<\/p>\n
Improper positioning and faulty contact of the teeth.<\/p>\n
A dental condition characterized by the irregularity of teeth and improper alignment of the biting surfaces of the teeth.<\/p>\n
A condition in which the teeth in the upper and lower jaws do not meet properly when the person\u2019s mouth is closed.<\/p>\n
The dental term for a bad bite, in which the teeth meet unevenly. Ideally, the upper front teeth should be slightly forward of the lower front teeth, and the rear teeth should meet evenly, but most people have some slight malocclusion. If the jaw and upper front teeth project too far forward, the result is overbite or buck teeth, which dentists call retrognathism; this can be caused or exaggerated by continual sucking on a thumb or pacifier for long periods beyond infancy. The reverse, with the lower jaw and front teeth in front of the upper ones, is called underbite or prognathism. Even when the two jaws meet each other properly, malocclusion can result when teeth are badly spaced or twisted out of normal position. Too many teeth or teeth too large for the size of the jaw can lead to overcrowding. Malocclusion can lead to pain in the joint of the jaw from an awkward bite, bruxism (teeth-grinding), and tooth decay and loss, especially where teeth do not meet and so are not used in chewing.<\/p>\n
Condition in which the teeth of the opposing jaws do not contact or mesh normally; it is often corrected by orthodontics.<\/p>\n
An irregular alignment of the upper and lower teeth. Malocclusion is caused by any condition of the teeth or jaws that contributes to abnormal closure or meeting of the teeth and jaws during biting and chewing. When an abnormal bite interferes with routine functioning of the teeth and constitutes a risk to the stability or health of adjacent or opposing teeth, orthodontic treatment is required to correct the condition. Malocclusion may also present a cosmetic problem that requires treatment.<\/p>\n
The condition in which the teeth of the upper jaw are abnormally positioned with respect to those of the lower jaw. It may arise from aberrantly positioned teeth in normal jaws or normal teeth in jaws that have undergone disproportionate growth.<\/p>\n
Malposition of teeth and\/or an imperfect relationship between the mandibular and maxillary teeth and\/or dental arches.<\/p>\n
The condition that occurs when the upper and lower teeth do not meet properly.<\/p>\n
The condition where the upper and lower jaws exhibit a lack of alignment among their respective sets of teeth.<\/p>\n
An irregular connection between the upper and lower sets of teeth when they come together, impacting the alignment of the bite and the aesthetic appearance of the teeth.<\/p>\n
Malocclusion commonly emerges during childhood. It can arise from various factors, including hereditary influences. Additionally, habits like thumb-sucking or discrepancies between the size of the teeth and the jaws, such as having large teeth in a small mouth, can contribute to malocclusion.<\/p>\n
Orthodontic devices, often referred to as braces, might be employed to realign the teeth. In cases of dental overcrowding, it could be necessary to remove some teeth. For pronounced conditions like significant lower jaw recession or protrusion, orthognathic surgery is an option. It’s advisable to undergo treatment during childhood or adolescence for optimal results.<\/p>\n
Any deviation from the typical alignment of the teeth, where the upper front teeth rest slightly in front of the lower teeth, which is the standard positioning.<\/p>\n
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Any deviation from a physiologically acceptable contact between the opposing dental arches. Any deviation from a normal occlusion. Improper alignment of the upper and lower teeth when biting. Improper positioning and faulty contact of the teeth. A dental condition characterized by the irregularity of teeth and improper alignment of the biting surfaces of the teeth. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[13],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5086","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-m"],"yoast_head":"\n