{"id":1281,"date":"2025-06-11T11:26:17","date_gmt":"2025-06-11T11:26:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/demoweb.meridian.net.in\/2025\/tmm\/?post_type=diseases&#038;p=1281"},"modified":"2025-06-11T11:26:17","modified_gmt":"2025-06-11T11:26:17","slug":"malocclusion-misaligned-teeth","status":"publish","type":"diseases","link":"https:\/\/demoweb.meridian.net.in\/2025\/tmm\/diseases\/malocclusion-misaligned-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Malocclusion (Misaligned Teeth)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Malocclusion<\/strong> refers to any misalignment of the teeth. It occurs when the upper and lower teeth don&#8217;t fit together properly. This can affect the appearance of the teeth and can also impact chewing, speech, and overall oral health.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Common Types of Malocclusion:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul class=\"list\">\r\n  <li><strong>Overbite:<\/strong> The upper teeth significantly overlap the lower teeth.<\/li>\r\n  <li><strong>Underbite:<\/strong> The lower teeth protrude beyond the upper teeth.<\/li>\r\n  <li><strong>Crossbite:<\/strong> The upper teeth bite inside the lower teeth.<\/li>\r\n  <li><strong>Open Bite:<\/strong> The upper and lower teeth don&#8217;t meet when the mouth is closed.<\/li>\r\n  <li><strong>Crowded Teeth:<\/strong> Teeth are overcrowded and don&#8217;t have enough space to align properly.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Causes of Malocclusion:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul class=\"list\">\r\n  <li><strong>Genetics:<\/strong> Malocclusion can be inherited.<\/li>\r\n  <li><strong>Early Tooth Loss:<\/strong> Losing baby teeth too early can affect the alignment of permanent teeth.<\/li>\r\n  <li><strong>Thumb-Sucking or Pacifier Use:<\/strong> Prolonged use of these habits can affect jaw development.<\/li>\r\n  <li><strong>Jaw Size and Shape:<\/strong> Discrepancies in the size and shape of the jaws can contribute to malocclusion.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Treatment:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul class=\"list\">\r\n  <li><strong>Orthodontics:<\/strong> Braces or aligners are commonly used to correct malocclusion.<\/li>\r\n  <li><strong>Surgery:<\/strong> In some cases, surgery may be necessary to correct severe jaw misalignment.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Malocclusion refers to any misalignment of the teeth. 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