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Term: Micrognathia

Description:

Micrognathia refers to a medical condition in which an individual has an abnormally small jaw, resulting in a receded or underdeveloped lower jaw. This condition can be congenital (present at birth) or acquired later in life due to various factors.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun: A congenital condition characterized by an unusually small lower jaw.

Example Sentence: The newborn was diagnosed with micrognathia, which required immediate medical attention.

Sense 2:

Noun: A condition resulting from trauma or disease that leads to the development of a small jaw.

Example Sentence: The accident caused severe facial injuries, including micrognathia.

Sense 3:

Noun: Limited jaw mobility and reduced mandibular growth due to various genetic or environmental factors.

Example Sentence: The patient's micrognathia was attributed to a genetic disorder.

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