{"id":1966,"date":"2021-06-02T10:28:20","date_gmt":"2021-06-02T14:28:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cliniquemaxillo.com\/?p=1966"},"modified":"2021-06-02T10:28:20","modified_gmt":"2021-06-02T14:28:20","slug":"what-is-a-class-3-malocclusion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cliniquemaxillo.com\/en\/blogue\/what-is-a-class-3-malocclusion\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a class 3 malocclusion?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There are several types of dental malocclusions. In order to distinguish between them, they are grouped into three categories: class 1, class 2 and class 3.<\/p>\n<p>In this article, find out about class 3 malocclusion and the types of treatments that can be used to correct it.<\/p>\n<h2>Definition of a class 3 malocclusion<\/h2>\n<p>Dental malocclusions are classified based on the positioning of the upper and lower molars. Class 3 is the rarest type of malocclusion.<\/p>\n<p>Contrary to class 2, class 3 malocclusions are characterized by lower molars that are too far forward compared to the upper molars. People with this underbite often have a chin that appears too pronounced. Oral and maxillofacial health professionals sometimes use the term prognathism (protruding lower jaw) to refer to class 3 malocclusion.<\/p>\n<p>People who have class 3 malocclusions may have teeth positioned edge to edge or with a reverse overjet. This type of <a href=\"https:\/\/cliniquemaxillo.com\/en\/blogue\/malocclusion-treatments-and-consequences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">malocclusion can have consequences<\/a> like difficulty chewing and prematurely worn teeth.<\/p>\n<h3>Origins of class 3 malocclusions<\/h3>\n<p>Class 3 malocclusions can be further categorized based on their origin. They can be dental or skeletal in origin.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dental class 3 malocclusion:<\/strong> the lower teeth are too far forward compared to the upper teeth<\/li>\n<li><strong>Skeletal class 3 malocclusion:<\/strong> the entire jaw is improperly positioned due to a growth problem<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to treat class 3 malocclusions<\/h2>\n<p>Class 3 malocclusions will not correct themselves over time. It\u2019s important to act promptly to prevent the problem worsening, particularly if it appears at a young age.<\/p>\n<p>There are several different treatments that can be used to correct class 3 malocclusions. The right treatment is determined based on the origin of the malocclusion and the severity of the problem.<\/p>\n<p>Here are the treatment options:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A palate expander to stimulate upper jaw growth in children<\/li>\n<li>Fixed braces for mild dental class 3 malocclusions in adolescents and adults<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cliniquemaxillo.com\/en\/services\/orthognathic-surgery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Orthognathic surgery<\/a> when the problem is skeletal in origin and is either severe or the person has finished growing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Clinique MFML can treat class 3 malocclusions<\/h2>\n<p>Class 3 malocclusion is a problem that must be addressed promptly in order to prevent serious consequences.<\/p>\n<p>If your malocclusion requires orthognathic surgery, you\u2019ll need to consult a maxillofacial surgeon. If that\u2019s the case, don\u2019t hesitate to <a href=\"https:\/\/cliniquemaxillo.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact the specialists at Clinique MFML in Montreal<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Check out our blog for more information on <a href=\"https:\/\/cliniquemaxillo.com\/en\/blogue\/what-is-a-class-1-malocclusion\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">class 1<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/cliniquemaxillo.com\/en\/blogue\/what-is-a-class-2-malocclusion\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">class 2 malocclusions<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are several types of dental malocclusions. In order to distinguish between them, they are grouped into three categories: class 1, class 2 and class 3. In this article, find out about class 3 malocclusion and the types of treatments that can be used to correct it. 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