Macrognathism

Macrognathism is an abnormally large or protruding jaw.[1] The opposite condition is called micrognathia.

Macrognathism
Other namesMegagnathia
SpecialtyENT surgery

Causes

Treatment

Treatment is surgical. Osteotomy may be done in case of maxillary macrognathia. Mandibular macrognathia is generally managed by resection of a portion of the mandible.

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References

  1. Principles and Practice of Surgery (7 ed.). Elsevier. 2018. pp. 351–374.
  2. Clinical Neurotoxicology: Syndromes, Substances, Environments. Saunders. 2009. pp. 329–227.
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