Anteroclusion

/ˌæntərəˈkluːʒən/ noun

Definition

A dental condition where the upper front teeth extend too far forward over the lower front teeth, creating an abnormal bite.

Etymology

From Latin 'antero-' (before, front) combined with 'clusion' from 'claudere' (to close). This medical term emerged in dentistry in the 19th century to describe improper tooth positioning.

Kelly Says

Anteroclusion is the opposite of what orthodontists call a normal bite—it's so common that millions of people get braces to fix it! Your bite affects not just your smile but how efficiently you can chew food.

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