crowded teeth

Misaligned, overlapping smile

Crowded teeth are teeth that overlap, twist, or push against each other due to insufficient space in the jaw.

The condition ranges from mild to severe and is one of the most common reasons people seek orthodontic treatment: She got braces to fix her crowded teeth.

Also called dental crowding.

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