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Examples of malocclusion

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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."

Primary Medical Reviewer Martin Gabica, MD
- Family Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer William F. Hohlt, DDS
- Orthodontics
Last Updated February 5, 2007

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Last Updated: February 05, 2007
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