How Does Gerd Affect The Teeth?
Malocclusion means the teeth are not aligned properly.
Alternative Names
Crowded teeth; Misaligned teeth; Crossbite; Overbite; Underbite; Open bite
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Occlusion refers to the alignment of teeth and the way that the upper and lower teeth fit together (bite). Ideally, all upper teeth fit slightly over the lower teeth. The points of the molars fit the grooves of the opposite molar.
The upper teeth keep the cheeks and lips from being bitten and the lower teeth...
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