Key Facts Prognathism refers to a positional discrepancy of the maxillary (upper) or mandibular (lower) jaw in relation to the facial skeleton and soft tissues There are mainly two types of prognathism: Maxillary prognathism where the upper jaw protrudes, and Mandibular prognathism where the lower jaw protrudes It can be caused by genetic factors, hormonal imbalances, or as a result of other conditions like acromegaly The treatment ranges from orthodontic braces to corrective jaw surgery, depending on the severity and underlying cause What is Prognathism? Prognathism is a dental condition where there is an abnormal protrusion of either the upper jaw (maxilla) or the lower jaw (mandible), leading to an…