orthognathic

orthognathic /or·thog·na·thic/ (or?thog-na´thik)

1. pertaining to orthognathia.

2. orthognathous.

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or·tho·gnath·ic (ôrth-nthk, ôrthg-) or or·thog·na·thous (ôr-thgn-ths)

adj.

1. Relating to orthognathia.

2. Having a jaw that does not project forward.

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orthognathic (ôr´thognā´thik),

adj pertaining to the normal relationships of the jaws.

orthognathic surgery,

n surgery to alter relationships of dental arches and/or supporting bones, usually accomplished with orthodontic therapy.