HOSA Dental Terminology Practice

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What condition is characterized by a tooth not aligning properly with its opposing tooth?

Overbite
Crossbite
Underbite
Misalignment

The correct answer is: Crossbite

A crossbite is a dental condition where one or more teeth do not align properly with their opposing teeth in the opposite jaw. In a normal bite, the upper teeth should generally be positioned slightly ahead of the lower teeth. However, in a crossbite, the lower teeth can be positioned in front of the upper teeth or align too far to one side, affecting the overall occlusion or bite alignment. This misalignment can lead to uneven wear on the teeth, jaw discomfort, and issues with chewing. The other terms refer to different types of bite relationships. An overbite involves the upper teeth significantly overlapping the lower teeth, while an underbite describes a condition where the lower teeth are positioned further forward than the upper teeth. Misalignment is a broader term and does not specifically describe the relationship between opposing teeth like a crossbite does.