brachyaxis

/brəkˈsæksɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of tooth wear characterized by the loss of incisal tooth structure resulting in a shortening of the tooth, typically seen in the lower jaw.

“The dentist diagnosed the patient with brachyaxis due to her habit of biting her nails.”

Synonyms

  • tooth shortening
  • tooth wear

Antonyms

  • tooth growth
  • tooth lengthening