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malocclusion
This term is a technical medical descriptor used primarily in dentistry and orthodontics. It carries a clinical, neutral connotation, focusing on the anatomical misalignment of the dental arches rather than the aesthetic appearance of a smile.
As a specialized medical noun, it is treated as a countable entity in clinical reports, where a practitioner might identify multiple types of malocclusion in a single patient. It is rarely used in casual conversation, where speakers would instead use terms like overbite or crooked teeth.
Meanings
Examples
The dentist noted a slight malocclusion in the patient's bite.
I wonder if my malocclusion is the reason for these frequent headaches.
Severe malocclusion can lead to premature wear of the tooth enamel.
We need to address this malocclusion before we can proceed with the crowns.
Genetic factors often contribute to the development of a malocclusion.
Genetic factors often contribute to the development of a malocclusion.
The orthodontist explained how braces would correct the malocclusion.
The orthodontist explained how braces would correct the malocclusion.
Is it possible to fix a skeletal malocclusion without surgery?
The child was referred to a specialist due to a noticeable malocclusion.
The child was referred to a specialist due to a noticeable malocclusion.