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    1. Malocclusion Malocclusion describes several conditions that affect the alignment of your teeth or bite. Malocclusion bites are most often caused by missing teeth or tooth decay. If an individual has malocclusions, the symptoms can range from small tongue thrusts to speech impediments. Some patients experience pain in their jaw or difficulty chewing, swallowing and breathing. Missing teeth is the primary cause of malocclusion. The jawbone starts to recede when one doesn't have enough teeth to hold their bite in place. As a result, the rest of the teeth move forward to find stability. The more teeth gaps one has, the more likely their face will look slightly crooked, and one may experience problems speaking clearly or pain while eating or chewing. 2. Overbite Another condition that can result from losing teeth is an overbite. As the lower front teeth become shorter than the upper front teeth, they come together in an awkward position and make it difficult to chew or speak...

  Tooth decay is the teeth' continuous deterioration that leads to cavities and tooth loss. It is caused by built-up dental plaque. Plaque bacteria convert glucose into acid, resulting in teeth rot if unchecked.  Tooth decay occurs in stages: Stage 1: Initial demineralisation of enamel The outer layer of the teeth is the enamel. When the tooth gets exposed to bacterial acids and plaque, the enamel coating becomes weak. A white spot on a tooth is the first visible sign that tooth decay has begun. Stage 2: Enamel decay  The enamel deteriorates further and is symbolised by a white spot on the teeth turning dark brown. The weakened enamel cause formation of holes in the teeth. The holes are known as activities. They can be repaired by filling.  Stage 3: Decay of dentin Under the enamel is a tissue called dentin. Dentin is softer than enamel. It is more susceptible to deterioration when exposed to acids. Once the acids reach it, the decay accelerates. Dentin is comprised ...