misaligned jaw
Teeth don't meet
A misaligned jaw is one where the upper and lower teeth don't meet properly when the mouth closes, causing an irregular bite.
The condition can result from genetics, injury, or developmental issues, often leading to pain, difficulty chewing, or speech problems: The orthodontist recommended surgery to correct her misaligned jaw.
- TMJJaw-skull connection, abbreviated
- TMJ disorderJaw joint malfunction
- overbiteExcessive incisor overlap
- underbiteLower jaw extends past upper
- open biteTeeth that don't touch
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