PATIENTS - Aesthetic Procedures - Closing Gaps

Spaces between teeth are most usually caused due to your genes. It is generally a disproportion between tooth size and jaw size which causes gaps between teeth. These spaces can cause an unsightly appearance and require correction. These spaces can be rectified by one of two options and both have their pros and cons. Repositioning or Realigning teeth: This is the best way of correcting gaps between teeth and is done by putting on braces/wires on the teeth and slowly moving them into the correct position and thereby close the gaps. This treatment option takes time since the teeth can only be moved by a mm or so over a period of a few months. The result are discernable only after about 6 to 10 months or so. At times the braces may have to be worn for upto 18 months. The major advantage is when the teeth are healthy and of the proper shape there is no removal of tooth structure required or addition of a permanent artificial material to close the gaps. The crucial factor to be considered when selecting this option is that the results are best when the teeth are of the proper size, shape and color and are only placed incorrectly. Wiring only addresses the problem of position and cannot rectify unaesthetic situations arising out of shape, size and color.

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