{"id":7673,"date":"2019-07-06T05:39:03","date_gmt":"2019-07-06T04:39:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/?page_id=7673"},"modified":"2026-05-06T13:47:02","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T12:47:02","slug":"diastema-gaps-teeth","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/malocclusion-crooked-teeth\/diastema-gaps-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Types of Diastema, Causes, Treatment, and Braces for Gap Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Diastema<\/strong> is a fancy word for having a gap in your teeth. There are various types of diastema, and they have a number of causes.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don\u2019t always have to fix a gap in your teeth, especially if it\u2019s only for aesthetic concerns, but if you have diastema as part of more severe <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/malocclusion-crooked-teeth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">malocclusion<\/a>, then you may need treatment with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/braces-teeth-straightening\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">orthodontics<\/a>.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, we\u2019ll cover the following:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Types of diastema (midline and mandibular)<\/li>    <li>Diastema treatment<\/li>    <li>How to close a gap without braces<\/li>    <li>Before and after gap teeth<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep reading to learn all you need to know about diastema.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"what-is-diastema\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" \"what-is-diastema\">What is diastema?<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Diastema is <strong>a gap between teeth<\/strong>. It\u2019s most noticeable with gappy front teeth, but gaps between teeth can occur anywhere in the mouth \u2014 top and bottom arches and molars.<\/p>    <div class=\"wp-block-image size-medium wp-image-7676\"> <figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8627\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/Gaps-between-teeth-300x201.jpg\" alt=\"diastima gap between front teeth\"> <figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Some gaps are more obvious than others<\/figcaption> <\/figure> <\/div>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to <a href=\"https:\/\/jada.ada.org\/pb\/assets\/raw\/Health%20Advance\/journals\/adaj\/Case_Report-_P_48-54.ashx.pdf?_ga=2.21547835.1625785483.1560951707-1796625484.1553347875\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">this report<\/a> in the Journal of the American Dental Association about maxillary midline diastema, between 1.6% and 25.4% of people have a general or midline diastema.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"types-of-diastema\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" \"types-of-diastema\">Types of diastema<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are two main types of diastema:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Midline diastema:<\/strong> This is when you have a gap between your 2 upper or lower front teeth<\/li>    <li><strong>Mandibular diastema:<\/strong> This is a gap between any lower teeth (along the jaw)<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 id=\"diastema-treatment\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" \"diastema-treatment\">Diastema treatment<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are various ways to close gaps in teeth, which you can read about below.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Braces for gap teeth<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Braces can be used to adjust the position of diastema teeth and close gaps in the mouth.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the severity of your diastema, there are various types of braces for gap teeth that you can use.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Larger gaps usually require treatment with traditional braces, whereas smaller gaps can be closed with clear aligners or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/invisalign-invisible-braces\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">invisible braces<\/a>.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As an aside\u2014you may need braces to close gaps in your front teeth, but <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/adult-braces\/spacers-for-teeth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">spacers for teeth<\/a> around your molars in the back to make more space for teeth movement!<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the video below, an orthodontist explains in greater depth what causes diastema, and how orthodontics can help:<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div style=\"display: contents;\" > \t\t\t<div data-mode=\"normal\" data-oembed=\"1\" 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They are also known for their responsive and helpful customer care, which is important when you&#8217;re doing things from home.<\/p> <p>Nighttime-only aligners are also available for anyone who doesn&#8217;t want to wear aligners during the day.<\/p> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"partner_cta\"> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/alignerco.com\/pages\/pricing?source=aw&#038;sv1=affiliate&#038;sv_campaign_id=849251&#038;source=shareasale&#038;sscid=59167_1778747688_467bc57c38312fc70a5f9a30e8548aba&#038;awc=59167_1778747688_467bc57c38312fc70a5f9a30e8548aba\" target=\"_blank\"> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet the best value package\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div> \t<\/div> <\/div>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is a possibility that your diastema will reopen after orthodontic treatment if other factors like frenum anomaly or muscular habits have not been addressed.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to close a gap without braces<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Braces and aligners aren\u2019t the only ways to fill gaps in teeth. If you want to close gaps in teeth without using other techniques, two other options are <strong>veneers and composite bonding<\/strong>.<\/p>    <div class=\"dentist-tip\"> <div class=\"dentist-tip__title\"><strong><strong>Ask a dentist: When is a diastema cause for concern?<\/strong><\/strong><\/div> <div class=\"dentist-tip__content\"> <p>For children, a gap noticeable between front teeth isn\u2019t generally harmful and will usually close when their permanent teeth come in. Teens and adults may choose to have a diastema closed for cosmetic reasons. Treatment options include both orthodontic closure or restorative treatment to widen the teeth, like porcelain veneers.<\/p> <p>A diastema between posterior teeth can be a food trap, and aside from being annoying, could lead to bone loss or tooth decay. Some spaces may open as a result of missing posterior teeth putting excess forces on the remaining teeth. Finally, underlying periodontal disease is a common reason for spaces developing.<\/p> <p>Often, however, a diastema is mainly a cosmetic issue and each patient will have to decide whether it\u2019s something they can live with or not.<\/p> <p><strong>Dr. Greg Nalchajian, Nalchajian Orthodontics<\/strong><\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Porcelain veneers<\/h4>    <div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-7680 size-medium\"> <figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7680\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/midline-diastema-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"braces for diastema\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/midline-diastema-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/midline-diastema-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/midline-diastema.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Smaller gaps can be treated with veneers or bonding<\/figcaption> <\/figure> <\/div>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A porcelain veneer is a thin cover that fits on top of your natural teeth to alter the shape and\/or color. Fixing a small diastema with veneers is quite straightforward, but this treatment is only suitable for adults.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/complete-guide-to-veneers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">teeth veneers<\/a>.<\/p>    <h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Diastema closure with composite bonding<\/h4>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With diastema bonding, a composite material is applied directly to the teeth \u2013 no lab work required. The dentist builds up and shapes the composite to give the desired appearance.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can read more about the procedure for tooth bonding <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/chipped-tooth-repair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here<\/a>, and composite restorative procedures as an effective and affordable gap tooth treatment in this study here.<\/p>    <h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Veneers vs. bonding for a diastema<\/h4>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The table below summarises the two main options for treating a diastema without braces, including costs:<\/p>    <div class=\"wptb-table-container wptb-table-43555\"> <div id=\"wptb-table-id-43555\" class=\"wptb-table-container-matrix\" data-wptb-version=\"2.0.2\" data-wptb-pro-status=\"true\"> <table class=\"wptb-preview-table wptb-element-main-table_setting-43555\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" role=\"table\" data-reconstraction=\"1\" 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style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-31\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\">&nbsp;<\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-32\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p>Porcelain Veneers<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-33\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p>Composite Bonding<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <tr class=\"wptb-row\"> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-34\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p>What does it involve?<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-35\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p>A porcelain cover is applied to the teeth, made slightly wider than the teeth to fill in a gap<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-36\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p>A composite material is added directly to the teeth to build them up, increasing the size of the teeth to fill the gap<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <tr class=\"wptb-row\"> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-37\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\"> <p>How long does it take?<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-38\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p>2 visits \u2013 one consultation and another 1-3 weeks later for fitting<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-39\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p>Can be done in one visit<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <tr class=\"wptb-row\"> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-40\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p>What does it cost?<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-41\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p>$500 &#8211; $2,500 per tooth<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-42\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p>$250 &#8211; $1,200 per tooth<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <tr class=\"wptb-row\"> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-43\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p>Pros?<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-44\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\"> <p>Long lasting and hard wearing<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-45\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\"> <p>Fast and lower cost<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <tr class=\"wptb-row\"> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"5\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-46\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p>Cons?<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"5\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-47\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p>Takes away some healthy tooth, takes two dentist visits, only works for small gaps<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"5\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-48\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p>Will need touching up \u2013 bonding lasts up to 5 years, only works for small gaps<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div> <div class=\"wptb-frontend-table-after\">&nbsp;<\/div> <\/div>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These treatments should not be used to mask severely misaligned teeth that require orthodontic treatment.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"how-much-does-a-diastema-closure-cost\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" \"how-much-does-a-diastema-closure-cost\">How much does a diastema closure cost?<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Diastema closure costs anywhere from $200 to $13,000, depending on the type of treatment you choose. On the low end is composite bonding, and on the higher end, veneers and braces.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Filling gaps between teeth is unlikely to be considered a medical necessity, and therefore state-funded insurance <strong>usually doesn\u2019t cover diastema closure costs<\/strong> in the US. Although your private insurance might.<\/p>    <div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-7674 size-medium\"> <figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7674\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/Woman-with-diastema-231x300.jpg\" alt=\"types of diastema\" width=\"231\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/Woman-with-diastema-231x300.jpg 231w, https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/Woman-with-diastema-768x997.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/Woman-with-diastema.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 231px) 100vw, 231px\" \/> <figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Some people are happy to live with gap teeth<\/figcaption> <\/figure> <\/div>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Children and adults with severe cases of teeth spacing, perhaps as a result of hypodontia, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/hypodontia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">congenitally missing teeth<\/a>, may be eligible for braces and then dentures or dental bridges to fill the gaps. Medicaid and CHIP also covers treatment for periodontitis, which may be the cause of gaps between teeth. Read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/medicaid-dental\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dental services covered by Medicaid<\/a>.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are less expensive options like Snap-on veneers and Instasmile, but you get what you pay for, as you can see in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/cosmetic-dentistry\/instasmile-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instasmile reviews<\/a>.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"conclusion\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" \"conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A diastema, or gap in your teeth, is generally <strong>not a medical concern<\/strong> in itself. But, there can be underlying reasons you have gaps in between your front teeth, or between other teeth, so it\u2019s best to see a dentist for a proper assessment.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Closing gaps is reasonably straightforward<\/strong> and traditional braces aren\u2019t always necessary. People with gaps in their front teeth, in particular, can get great results with removable aligner braces like <a href=\"https:\/\/smileset.pxf.io\/qW2xDj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SmileSet<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/adult-braces\/newsmile-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NewSmile aligners<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/adult-braces\/candid-aligners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Candid aligners<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/adult-braces\/alignerco-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ALIGNERCO clear aligners<\/a>. You can read more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/adult-braces\/best-invisible-braces\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best invisible braces<\/a> in our separate article.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" \"faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do braces close gaps in teeth?<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Especially if your diastema is more severe, braces to close a gap in teeth may be the only option available to you. If you require slight correction, at-home clear aligners are a good solution.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What can you do about space between front teeth?<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have space in the front of your mouth, you can use orthodontic treatment to close the front teeth gap. Since this may only be a minor correction, you can use Invisalign to close gaps. In this case, you may also be able to close a gap in your teeth at home with clear aligners.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can a retainer fix gaps in teeth?<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/adult-braces\/teeth-retainers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Teeth retainers<\/a> are limited in what movement they can achieve and don\u2019t deliver quick results. The normal course of action would be to have permanent or removable braces. These would correct the diastema and then you would wear a retainer to maintain the new alignment.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Removable aligner braces are probably the closest option to a retainer, since they aren\u2019t attached to your teeth like traditional braces. They are also far <strong>less noticeable than a metal wire retainer<\/strong>.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are gaps in baby teeth normal?<\/h3>    <div class=\"wp-block-image size-medium wp-image-7682\"> <figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8628\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/gaps-in-baby-teeth-300x230.jpg\" alt=\"types of braces for gap teeth\"> <figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Baby teeth often have gaps as the jaw grows<\/figcaption> <\/figure> <\/div>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, <strong>gaps are normal in baby teeth<\/strong>. At this age, the jaw is still developing and may progress faster than teeth growth. It\u2019s also natural for there to be gaps with the first adult teeth.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">I have gaps in my teeth after braces, what can I do?<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Braces are designed to correct the position of your teeth and give you a properly aligned smile. If you aren\u2019t happy with the results of your treatment, talk to the dentist who treated you. Do make sure that you wear your retainers as instructed after your treatment; this helps ensure your teeth stay in the correct position.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does flossing create gaps in teeth?<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There isn\u2019t any reason that normal flossing would cause gaps to appear between your teeth. It is possible that you are catching your gums as you floss between your teeth. This could cause them to start to recede.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/best-water-flosser\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">water flosser<\/a> also makes it easier to clean gaps between teeth.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can I fix small gaps in teeth?<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you do not have severe diastema but are worried about the appearance of your smile, you may be able to get veneers to hide the gaps, although they won\u2019t actually fix the problem.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long does Invisalign take to close a gap?<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your tooth gap is relatively small, Invisalign can take as little a six months. For minor treatments, you may be able to use Invisalign Express which costs less than Invisalign Full. 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