Three Questions About That Gap Between Your Front Teeth

Do you have a gap between your two front teeth? If so, you may want to know the following things about it, such as what may have caused it and how to fix it.

What Causes A Front Tooth Gap?

A front tooth gap is often caused by tight tissue that runs through your two teeth. It basically pushes the two teeth apart and creates a gap. This condition is also genetic, so if you have parents with a front tooth gap then it is likely that you have the same condition that caused it in them as well.

However, gaps can also be caused by other issues. This includes losing a tooth that causes a shift in your teeth, having a missing tooth, or having an impacted tooth. It can even be caused by gum disease and tooth decay. This is often the case when someone didn't have a gap when growing up and now notices the gap getting worse over time.

Will Tooth Gaps Go Away?

Know that it is common for children to have a gap between their teeth as their adult teeth grow in. That's why you shouldn't be too stressed about them having a gap in that spot. Their teeth will grow and shift over time, so give it some time before you are concerned. Once you become an adult, understand that the tooth gap does not go away on its own. You'll need to speak to your dentist about how they can fix it.

How Do You Fix A Front Tooth Gap?

You always have the option to use veneers to fix that tooth gap, but it is only best for people that have a small gap between their teeth. This is because the veneers are going to look natural if they are only made a little bit wider than the natural teeth. Bonding can also be used to fill the gap, but won't work for similar reasons.

The most practical solution for large tooth gaps is to remove the tissue that is causing the gap between your teeth, then move them closer together with braces. Once the treatment is finished, a permanent retainer can be bonded behind the teeth to prevent them from shifting back to their original position.

You don't need to fix a front tooth gap if you do not want to. If you do want to fix the gap, contact your dentist to find out more about your options.  


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