Underbite

An underbite is a condition in which the teeth and jaw are misaligned, making the lower front teeth farther forward than the upper front teeth. An underbite creates a jutting chin and makes chewing difficult.

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By: Healthwise StaffLast Revised: January 11, 2011
Medical Review: Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
William F. Hohlt, DDS - Orthodontics

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