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How Can I Get Rid Of The Gaps Between Teeth?

Hi I'm 20yrs old and i've gaps in front both upper and lower jaw i consulted the dentist and e said my nose and chin would become more prominent then I will have to go for a surgery pl assist me other methods to get rid of the gaps without braces plzz help me
Wed, 16 Apr 2014
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Hi. Welcome to Healthcaremagic.
I read your query. Gap in teeth specially front teeth is asthetically not pleasant as well as functionally.
For treatment you need to visit an orthodontist for studing your dentition. If its only minor gaps between front teeth only and rest dention is fine, then no need for permanent braces. You can get Crowns or Laminates or Veneers for gap closure.
But if there is other problems like malalligned or irregular teeth or gap is too much, that will need proper allignment of entire dentition with fixed braces for 9-18 months.
You need to get an OPG and lateral cephalogram done and orthodontist will study them and decide final treatment.
Hope the answer helps you. Thank you!
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How Can I Get Rid Of The Gaps Between Teeth?

Hi. Welcome to Healthcaremagic. I read your query. Gap in teeth specially front teeth is asthetically not pleasant as well as functionally. For treatment you need to visit an orthodontist for studing your dentition. If its only minor gaps between front teeth only and rest dention is fine, then no need for permanent braces. You can get Crowns or Laminates or Veneers for gap closure. But if there is other problems like malalligned or irregular teeth or gap is too much, that will need proper allignment of entire dentition with fixed braces for 9-18 months. You need to get an OPG and lateral cephalogram done and orthodontist will study them and decide final treatment. Hope the answer helps you. Thank you!