Overbite: meaning, definitions and examples

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overbite

 

[ oสŠvษ™rbaษชt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

dentistry term

An overbite is a dental condition where the upper front teeth overlap the lower front teeth when the mouth is closed. This misalignment can result in issues with biting and chewing, as well as contributing to jaw discomfort and other dental problems. A mild overbite may not require treatment, but more severe cases could necessitate orthodontic intervention like braces or Invisalign. Monitoring by a dental professional is essential for determining the best course of action.

Synonyms

bite discrepancy, dental misalignment, malocclusion.

Examples of usage

  • My orthodontist diagnosed me with an overbite.
  • Having an overbite can affect your smile.
  • Treatment for an overbite may include braces.
  • It's important to correct an overbite for dental health.

Translations

Translations of the word "overbite" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mordida vertical

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค“เคตเคฐเคฌเคพเค‡เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช รœberbiss

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gigitan berlebih

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะตั€ะตะบัƒั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nadgryzienie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ชใƒผใƒใƒผใƒใ‚คใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท morsure excessive

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sobremordida

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท aลŸฤฑrฤฑ ฤฑsฤฑrma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ณผ๋„ํ•œ ๋ฌผ๋ฆผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุถุฉ ุฒุงุฆุฏุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pล™ekousnutรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ prekus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆทฑๅ’ฌๅˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ prekomerno ugriz

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ ofgnรฝta

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั€ั‚ั‹า› ั‚ั–ัั‚ะตัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ”แƒขแƒ˜ แƒ™แƒ‘แƒ”แƒœแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ artฤฑq diลŸlษ™mษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sobremordida

Etymology

The term 'overbite' originates from the combination of the prefix 'over-', meaning 'excessive' or 'above', and the word 'bite', referring to the action of closing the mouth and bringing teeth together. The concept of malocclusion, which includes overbites, has been recognized since ancient times, with historical texts documenting the importance of dental alignment. The term gained prominence in dental terminology in the early 20th century as orthodontics developed as a specialized field. Overbites can be classified into different categories based on their severity, and treatment options may vary accordingly. Dentistry's understanding of overbites has evolved significantly, emphasizing the role of orthodontia in ensuring not just aesthetic outcomes, but also functional oral health.