Malocclusion is a poor fit (alignment) of the teeth and jaws. A
common cause of malocclusion is teeth that have too much or too little room in
the jaw. As a result, teeth may grow or drift out of place. Some people refer
to it as having crooked teeth or a "poor bite."
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By
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Healthwise Staff |
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Primary Medical Reviewer
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Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine |
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Specialist Medical Reviewer
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William F. Hohlt, DDS - Orthodontics |
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Last Revised
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January 2, 2013 |