Malocclusion
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Defective dental occlusion, also known as malocclusion, occurs when the upper and lower teeth do not fit together properly when closing the mouth.
How it is noticed: It may appear as crowded, spaced, or misaligned teeth, and is sometimes accompanied by difficulty biting or discomfort in the jaw.
Why treat it? In addition to appearance, a misaligned bite can affect chewing and oral hygiene.
Who treats it? Orthodontics is the specialty dedicated to correcting dental alignment, with support from general dentistry and, in certain cases, maxillofacial surgery. If you notice that your bite does not fit well, a dental evaluation will guide you on the available options.
Data on 6,739 doctors who treat malocclusion
Which specialist treats malocclusion?
Malocclusion should be evaluated by a dentist, and by an orthodontist to correct the alignment. In cases requiring surgery, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon may be involved; for children, a pediatric dentist is the right choice. You can find the right dental specialist.
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Doctors specialized in malocclusion
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Brisa Vega Castellanos
Dr. Gimena Soledad Liberman Estévez
Dr. Miriam Nava Castillo
Dr. Daniel Ivan Aquino
Dr. Osiris Ángeles
Frequently asked questions
What is malocclusion?
Defective dental occlusion, also known as malocclusion, occurs when the upper and lower teeth do not fit together properly when closing the mouth.
Which doctor treats malocclusion?
Malocclusion should be evaluated by a dentist, and by an orthodontist to correct the alignment. In cases requiring surgery, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon may be involved; for children, a pediatric dentist is the right choice. You can find the right dental specialist.