malocclusion
/ˌmæləˈkluʒən/
noun
- A condition where the upper and lower teeth do not fit together properly when the mouth is closed, often requiring orthodontic treatment.
- The dentist said her malocclusion was causing jaw pain and recommended braces.
- Malocclusion can make it difficult to chew food properly.
- Many people with malocclusion don't realize it until a dentist points out the misalignment.