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retrognathism /ret·ro·gnath·ism/ (-nath´izm) retrusion of the mandible.retrognath´ic
retrognathism [ret′rōnā′thizəm] Etymology: L, retro + Gk, gnathos, jaw a facial abnormality in which a jaw, usually the mandible, or both jaws are posterior to their normal facial positions. Also called bird-face retrognathism. retrognathism [ret″ro-nath´izm] retrusion of the mandible. Called also retrognathia. adj., adj retrognath´ic.
retrognathism (ret´rōnath´izm), n facial disharmony in which one or both jaws (usually the mandible) are posterior to normal facial relationships. This condition may be real or imaginary. retrognathism, bird-face, n typical facial profile associated with an underdeveloped mandible; a retrognathia and small mandible usually associated with interference of condylar growth because of trauma or infection affecting the condyles. Surgical intervention is necessary for improvement. retrognathism, Pierre Robin,
n.pr See syndrome, Pierre Robin. retrognathism a state of being affected by retrognathia. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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