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Definition of Malocclusion

1. Noun. (dentistry) a condition in which the opposing teeth do not mesh normally.

Definition of Malocclusion

1. Noun. (dentistry) A misalignment of the upper and lower sets of teeth ¹

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Definition of Malocclusion

1. [n -S]

Medical Definition of Malocclusion

1. Poor positioning or inappropriate contact between the teeth on closure. Class I Malocclusion: A Malocclusion where your bite is OK (your top teeth line up with your bottom teeth) but your teeth are crooked, crowded or turned. Class II Malocclusion: A Malocclusion where your upper teeth stick out past your lower teeth. This is also called an overbite or buck teeth. Class III Malocclusion: A Malocclusion where your lower teeth stick out past your upper teeth. This is also called an underbite. (08 Jan 1998)

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