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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Crossbite
			\| image = [[File:crossbite.jpg]]
			\| caption = A diagram showing a crossbite
			\| field = [[Dentistry]]
			\| synonyms = Reverse bite, underbite
			\| symptoms = Misalignment of teeth, difficulty chewing
			\| complications = [[Temporomandibular joint disorder]], [[tooth wear]], [[gum disease]]
			\| onset = Childhood
			\| duration = Long-term
			\| causes = Genetic factors, developmental issues
			\| risks = Family history, thumb sucking, prolonged use of pacifiers
			\| diagnosis = [[Dental examination]], [[X-ray]]
			\| differential = [[Overbite]], [[open bite]]
			\| prevention = Early dental check-ups, avoiding prolonged thumb sucking
			\| treatment = [[Orthodontic treatment]], [[braces]], [[palatal expander]]
			\| prognosis = Good with treatment
			\| frequency = Common
			}}
			[[File:Class_1_with_anterior_crossbite.jpg\|Class 1 with anterior crossbite\|thumb]]
	'''Crossbite''' is a type of [[malocclusion]] where the upper and lower teeth do not align properly. It can affect a single tooth or a group of teeth and can occur on either or both sides of the mouth. Crossbite can be classified into two types: anterior crossbite and posterior crossbite.		'''Crossbite''' is a type of [[malocclusion]] where the upper and lower teeth do not align properly. It can affect a single tooth or a group of teeth and can occur on either or both sides of the mouth. Crossbite can be classified into two types: anterior crossbite and posterior crossbite.

	==Types of Crossbite==		==Types of Crossbite==

	===Anterior Crossbite===		===Anterior Crossbite===
	An '''[[Anterior Crossbite]]''' occurs when the upper front teeth sit behind the lower front teeth when the mouth is closed. This is also known as an underbite.		An '''[[Anterior Crossbite]]''' occurs when the upper front teeth sit behind the lower front teeth when the mouth is closed. This is also known as an underbite.

	===Posterior Crossbite===		===Posterior Crossbite===
	A '''[[Posterior Crossbite]]''' occurs when the upper back teeth sit inside the lower back teeth when the mouth is closed.		A '''[[Posterior Crossbite]]''' occurs when the upper back teeth sit inside the lower back teeth when the mouth is closed.

	==Causes of Crossbite==		==Causes of Crossbite==
	Crossbite is usually caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Some of the common causes include:		Crossbite is usually caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Some of the common causes include:

	* [[Genetics]]		* [[Genetics]]
	* Delayed or abnormal tooth eruption		* Delayed or abnormal tooth eruption
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	* [[Mouth breathing]]		* [[Mouth breathing]]
	* [[Jaw trauma]]		* [[Jaw trauma]]

	==Treatment of Crossbite==		==Treatment of Crossbite==
	The treatment for crossbite depends on the type and severity of the condition. Treatment options include:		The treatment for crossbite depends on the type and severity of the condition. Treatment options include:

	* [[Orthodontic treatment]]		* [[Orthodontic treatment]]
	* [[Dental braces]]		* [[Dental braces]]
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	* [[Palatal expanders]]		* [[Palatal expanders]]
	* [[Jaw surgery]]		* [[Jaw surgery]]

	==Complications of Crossbite==		==Complications of Crossbite==
	If left untreated, crossbite can lead to various complications such as:		If left untreated, crossbite can lead to various complications such as:

	* [[Tooth decay]]		* [[Tooth decay]]
	* [[Gum disease]]		* [[Gum disease]]
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	* [[Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ)]]		* [[Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ)]]
	* [[Sleep apnea]]		* [[Sleep apnea]]

	==See Also==		==See Also==
	* [[Malocclusion]]		* [[Malocclusion]]
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	* [[Palatal expanders]]		* [[Palatal expanders]]
	* [[Jaw surgery]]		* [[Jaw surgery]]

	[[Category:Dental conditions]]		[[Category:Dental conditions]]
	[[Category:Orthodontics]]		[[Category:Orthodontics]]

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	~~== Crossbite ==~~
	~~<gallery>~~
	~~File:crossbite.jpg\|Crossbite~~
	~~File:Class_1_with_anterior_crossbite.jpg\|Class 1 with anterior crossbite~~
	~~</gallery>~~

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			== Crossbite ==
			<gallery>
			File:crossbite.jpg\|Crossbite
			File:Class_1_with_anterior_crossbite.jpg\|Class 1 with anterior crossbite
			</gallery>

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'''Crossbite''' is a type of [[malocclusion]] where the upper and lower teeth do not align properly. It can affect a single tooth or a group of teeth and can occur on either or both sides of the mouth. Crossbite can be classified into two types: anterior crossbite and posterior crossbite.

==Types of Crossbite==

===Anterior Crossbite===
An '''[[Anterior Crossbite]]''' occurs when the upper front teeth sit behind the lower front teeth when the mouth is closed. This is also known as an underbite.

===Posterior Crossbite===
A '''[[Posterior Crossbite]]''' occurs when the upper back teeth sit inside the lower back teeth when the mouth is closed.

==Causes of Crossbite==
Crossbite is usually caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Some of the common causes include:

* [[Genetics]]
* Delayed or abnormal tooth eruption
* [[Thumb sucking]] or prolonged use of a [[pacifier]]
* [[Mouth breathing]]
* [[Jaw trauma]]

==Treatment of Crossbite==
The treatment for crossbite depends on the type and severity of the condition. Treatment options include:

* [[Orthodontic treatment]]
* [[Dental braces]]
* [[Clear aligners]]
* [[Palatal expanders]]
* [[Jaw surgery]]

==Complications of Crossbite==
If left untreated, crossbite can lead to various complications such as:

* [[Tooth decay]]
* [[Gum disease]]
* [[Jaw pain]]
* [[Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ)]]
* [[Sleep apnea]]

==See Also==
* [[Malocclusion]]
* [[Orthodontics]]
* [[Dental braces]]
* [[Clear aligners]]
* [[Palatal expanders]]
* [[Jaw surgery]]

[[Category:Dental conditions]]
[[Category:Orthodontics]]

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