Macrostomia at Dentist Dictionary
What is Macrostomia? Greatly exaggerated width of the mouth, resulting from failure of union of the maxillary and mandibular processes, with extension of the oral orifice toward the ear. The defect may be unilateral or bilateral.Dental Definition Added By: Riley
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