mộng hàm
Definition
- Noun:
- Malocclusion: A dental condition where the teeth of the upper and lower jaws do not align correctly when the mouth is closed. This is the primary and most common meaning of "mộng hàm" in a dental or medical context.
- Jawbone Tuberculosis (archaic/medical): In older or specific medical terminology, it can refer to tuberculosis affecting the jawbone. This usage is now rare.
Usage Examples
Noun (Dental):
- Bác sĩ nha khoa chẩn đoán cô ấy bị mộng hàm. (The dentist diagnosed her with malocclusion.)
- Mộng hàm có thể gây ra vấn đề về nhai và đau hàm. (Malocclusion can cause chewing problems and jaw pain.)
Noun (Medical, archaic):
- Trong y văn cũ, thuật ngữ này đôi khi chỉ bệnh lao xương hàm. (In old medical literature, this term sometimes referred to jawbone tuberculosis.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is highly technical and is primarily used in professional settings such as dentistry, orthodontics, and maxillofacial surgery. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation.
Variants and Related Words
- Sai khớp cắn: This is a more common and general Vietnamese term for "malocclusion" or "misaligned bite."
- Hô (răng): Overjet (protruding upper teeth).
- Móm: Underbite (protruding lower teeth).
Synonyms
- Malocclusion: The improper alignment of teeth and jaws.
- Misaligned bite: A general term for incorrect bite positioning.
- Dental malocclusion: Specifies the condition relates to teeth and jaw alignment.
Related Terms
- Chỉnh nha: Orthodontics; the dental specialty that corrects malocclusion.
- Niềng răng: Braces; a common treatment for malocclusion.
- Khớp cắn: Occlusion; the contact relationship between upper and lower teeth when the jaw is closed.