noun
- improper alignment of the upper and lower teeth when the jaw is closed
Usage: medical; dental
Examples
- The orthodontist diagnosed the child with malocclusion and recommended braces.
- Severe malocclusion can cause difficulty chewing and speaking.
- The dentist explained that malocclusion often runs in families.
- Early treatment of malocclusion can prevent more serious problems later.
- Her malocclusion was corrected after two years of orthodontic treatment.
- The patient’s malocclusion caused uneven wear on several teeth.