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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Macrognathism
			\| synonyms = [[Prognathism]], [[Mandibular prognathism]]
			\| field = [[Dentistry]], [[Orthodontics]], [[Maxillofacial surgery]]
			\| symptoms = Prominent [[jaw]], [[malocclusion]], [[facial asymmetry]]
			\| complications = [[Temporomandibular joint disorder]], [[sleep apnea]], [[speech difficulties]]
			\| onset = [[Congenital]] or [[developmental]]
			\| duration = [[Chronic]]
			\| causes = [[Genetic factors]], [[environmental factors]], [[endocrine disorders]]
			\| risks = [[Family history]], [[acromegaly]], [[growth hormone imbalance]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[cephalometric analysis]], [[imaging studies]]
			\| differential = [[Micrognathism]], [[normal variation]], [[acromegaly]]
			\| treatment = [[Orthodontic treatment]], [[orthognathic surgery]], [[dental appliances]]
			\| prognosis = Varies depending on severity and treatment
			\| frequency = Rare
			}}
	'''Macrognathism''' is a condition characterized by an abnormally large jaw. This condition can be present at birth or develop over time. It can affect one or both jaws, and can cause a variety of health and cosmetic issues.		'''Macrognathism''' is a condition characterized by an abnormally large jaw. This condition can be present at birth or develop over time. It can affect one or both jaws, and can cause a variety of health and cosmetic issues.

	==Causes==		==Causes==
	Macrognathism can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetic conditions, hormonal imbalances, and certain diseases. Some of the most common causes include:		Macrognathism can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetic conditions, hormonal imbalances, and certain diseases. Some of the most common causes include:

	* [[Acromegaly]]: This is a hormonal disorder that develops when the pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone. This can cause the bones in the face, hands, and feet to enlarge over time.		* [[Acromegaly]]: This is a hormonal disorder that develops when the pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone. This can cause the bones in the face, hands, and feet to enlarge over time.
	* [[Gigantism]]: This is a rare condition that causes excessive growth, often due to an overactive pituitary gland. This can result in an abnormally large jaw.		* [[Gigantism]]: This is a rare condition that causes excessive growth, often due to an overactive pituitary gland. This can result in an abnormally large jaw.
	* [[Paget's disease]]: This is a condition that disrupts the normal cycle of bone renewal, causing bones to become enlarged and deformed. This can affect any bone in the body, including the jaw.		* [[Paget's disease]]: This is a condition that disrupts the normal cycle of bone renewal, causing bones to become enlarged and deformed. This can affect any bone in the body, including the jaw.
	* [[Proteus syndrome]]: This is a rare condition characterized by overgrowth of the bones, skin, and other tissues. It can cause macrognathism in some cases.		* [[Proteus syndrome]]: This is a rare condition characterized by overgrowth of the bones, skin, and other tissues. It can cause macrognathism in some cases.

	==Symptoms==		==Symptoms==
	The main symptom of macrognathism is an abnormally large jaw. Other symptoms can vary depending on the underlying cause and may include:		The main symptom of macrognathism is an abnormally large jaw. Other symptoms can vary depending on the underlying cause and may include:

	* Difficulty chewing or swallowing		* Difficulty chewing or swallowing
	* Speech problems		* Speech problems
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	* Facial pain or discomfort		* Facial pain or discomfort
	* Cosmetic concerns, such as an unbalanced facial appearance		* Cosmetic concerns, such as an unbalanced facial appearance

	==Treatment==		==Treatment==
	Treatment for macrognathism depends on the underlying cause and the severity of the condition. Options may include:		Treatment for macrognathism depends on the underlying cause and the severity of the condition. Options may include:

	* [[Orthodontic treatment]]: This can help to correct the alignment of the teeth and jaw.		* [[Orthodontic treatment]]: This can help to correct the alignment of the teeth and jaw.
	* [[Surgery]]: In severe cases, surgery may be needed to reduce the size of the jaw.		* [[Surgery]]: In severe cases, surgery may be needed to reduce the size of the jaw.
	* [[Hormone therapy]]: If the condition is caused by a hormonal imbalance, hormone therapy may be used to help regulate the body's hormone levels.		* [[Hormone therapy]]: If the condition is caused by a hormonal imbalance, hormone therapy may be used to help regulate the body's hormone levels.

	==See also==		==See also==
	* [[Micrognathism]]		* [[Micrognathism]]
	* [[Orthognathic surgery]]		* [[Orthognathic surgery]]
	* [[Maxillofacial surgery]]		* [[Maxillofacial surgery]]

	[[Category:Medical conditions]]		[[Category:Medical conditions]]
	[[Category:Oral pathology]]		[[Category:Oral pathology]]

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'''Macrognathism''' is a condition characterized by an abnormally large jaw. This condition can be present at birth or develop over time. It can affect one or both jaws, and can cause a variety of health and cosmetic issues.

==Causes==
Macrognathism can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetic conditions, hormonal imbalances, and certain diseases. Some of the most common causes include:

* [[Acromegaly]]: This is a hormonal disorder that develops when the pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone. This can cause the bones in the face, hands, and feet to enlarge over time.
* [[Gigantism]]: This is a rare condition that causes excessive growth, often due to an overactive pituitary gland. This can result in an abnormally large jaw.
* [[Paget's disease]]: This is a condition that disrupts the normal cycle of bone renewal, causing bones to become enlarged and deformed. This can affect any bone in the body, including the jaw.
* [[Proteus syndrome]]: This is a rare condition characterized by overgrowth of the bones, skin, and other tissues. It can cause macrognathism in some cases.

==Symptoms==
The main symptom of macrognathism is an abnormally large jaw. Other symptoms can vary depending on the underlying cause and may include:

* Difficulty chewing or swallowing
* Speech problems
* Breathing difficulties
* Facial pain or discomfort
* Cosmetic concerns, such as an unbalanced facial appearance

==Treatment==
Treatment for macrognathism depends on the underlying cause and the severity of the condition. Options may include:

* [[Orthodontic treatment]]: This can help to correct the alignment of the teeth and jaw.
* [[Surgery]]: In severe cases, surgery may be needed to reduce the size of the jaw.
* [[Hormone therapy]]: If the condition is caused by a hormonal imbalance, hormone therapy may be used to help regulate the body's hormone levels.

==See also==
* [[Micrognathism]]
* [[Orthognathic surgery]]
* [[Maxillofacial surgery]]

[[Category:Medical conditions]]
[[Category:Oral pathology]]
[[Category:Genetic disorders]]
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