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What is a malocclusion?

What is a malocclusion? Here are some definitions.

Noun
  1. (dentistry) A misalignment of the upper and lower sets of teeth.
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Your orthodontist will explain which is most suitable for your particular malocclusion.
Any situational factors should be corrected, and dental malocclusion and caries should be treated.
Some orthodontic problems may have to be treated early to prevent worsening of the malocclusion.
When your child goes for a check-up, your dentist can tell you if crooked or crowded teeth may cause problems such as a malocclusion.
The extraction of certain teeth may be indicated in order to create space required for correcting a malocclusion.
The duration of treatment mostly depends on the severity of the malocclusion to correct.

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