Prognathism
Definition:
Prognathism
Subjective: Anterior protrusion of the mandibular alveolar ridge beyond the vertical plane of the maxillary alveolar ridge, best appreciated in profile
Comments: The examiner must use judgment to distinguish a protruding mandible from an Underdeveloped premaxilla or Retruded midface, either of which may be accompanied by class III malocclusion.
Synonyms:
- Habsburg/Hapsburg Chin
- Habsburg/Hapsburg Jaw
- Prognathia
Replaces: - Habsburg Chin
- Hapsburg Chin
- Habsburg Jaw
- Hapsburg Jaw
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