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Malocclusions are one of the leading causes for orthodontic treatments in patients. Malocclusions refer to a bad bites or misalignments that result from a host of risks. If a malocclusion arises, an orthodontic treatment such as braces may be necessary. Listed below are some frequently asked questions about the types of malocclusions that need orthodontic care:
Q: What is a misplaced midline?
A: A bad bite in which the center of your upper incisors does not line up with the center of your lower incisors.
Q: What is a crossbite?
A: A bad bite in which your lower jawbone juts out past your upper jawbone.
Q: What is a spacing malocclusion?
A: Spacing irregularities in which large or irregular gaps in between your teeth exist or if there are too many or overcrowded teeth in your mouth.
Q: What is a rotation malocclusion?
A: A bad bite in which your teeth are rotated out of a proper alignment.
Q: What is an overbite (aka upper protrusion/deep bite)?
A: A bad bite in which your upper incisors jut out past your lower incisors.
Q: What is an underbite (aka bulldog teeth)?
A: A bad bite in which your lower incisors jut out past your upper incisors.
Q: What is a transposition malocclusion?
A: A bad bite in which your teeth erupt above the gum line incorrectly or in the wrong space.
Q: What is an open bite?
A: A bad bite in which your upper and lower incisors fail to connect when biting down,
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