Are strong and weak lower jaws inherited?
The growth pattern of a child’s jaw is definitely related to the genetic make-up of the parents. If either parent has a strong or weak lower jaw, the child should be observed by an orthodontist for growth guidance to redirect the growth pattern as much into a normal pattern as possible. However, if the patient is seen later in life, orthognathic surgical corrections may need to be considered to correct the supporting bone discrepancy.
The growth pattern of a child’s jaw is definitely related to the genetic make-up of the parents. If there is a concern that this may be problematic, assessment by an orthodontist for growth guidance is beneficial. Often the growth pattern can be redirected into a normal pattern. However, if the patient is seen later in life, orthognathic surgical corrections may need to be considered to correct the jaw bone discrepancy.
