malocclusion<\/strong> – improper alignment of upper and lower jaw or teeth<\/p>\n

mandible<\/strong> – lower jaw<\/p>\n

mandibular canal<\/strong> – space within the mandible which holds the blood vessels and nerves for the lower jaw and teeth<\/p>\n

mastication<\/strong> – chewing, generally of food<\/p>\n

maxilla<\/strong> – upper jaw<\/p>\n

maxillary sinus<\/strong> – open cavity inside the maxilla<\/p>\n

molar<\/strong> – rearmost teeth, cusped, used for grinding food<\/p>\n

mouthguard<\/strong> – appliance used to protect the mouth and teeth during rigorous activity, such as sports<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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