Gaps Between Teeth Correction
Gaps between teeth can make you less confident when smiling or talking. Beyond appearance, if left untreated, they can cause the teeth to shift, let food get stuck easily,
and cause a lisp, so treating them with orthodontics is recommended.
Causes of Gaps Between Teeth
Opposite to a snaggletooth, gaps between teeth can form when there is more space in the gums than the teeth need, when there are fewer teeth than normal, when the teeth protrude excessively, when some teeth are very small, when the tongue is large, or due to gum disease.
Most gaps between teeth can be treated with orthodontic treatment, sometimes combined with prosthetic treatment.
Benefits of Gap Closure
Your teeth become neatly aligned, restoring your confidence.
Pronunciation becomes clearer.
Food is less likely to get stuck, lowering the risk of cavities and gum disease.
All the teeth fit tightly together, reducing tooth damage.
※ Gap closure is a type of correction that easily relapses if not properly maintained. Therefore, it is advisable to keep up regular checkups and retention care even after orthodontic treatment ends.