{"id":239,"date":"2025-05-15T23:20:44","date_gmt":"2025-05-15T23:20:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gannettdrivedental.com\/blog\/?p=239"},"modified":"2025-11-11T22:48:44","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T22:48:44","slug":"diastemas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gannettdrivedental.com\/blog\/diastemas\/","title":{"rendered":"How Can I Fix the Space Between My Teeth?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gannettdrivedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diastema-Small-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Woman with a gap between her teeth\" class=\"wp-image-240\" style=\"width:322px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gannettdrivedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diastema-Small-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.gannettdrivedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diastema-Small-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gannettdrivedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diastema-Small-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.gannettdrivedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diastema-Small-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.gannettdrivedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diastema-Small-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Do you have a notable gap between your front teeth? This is what dentists call a \u201cdiastema.\u201d The good news is that you don\u2019t need to worry. Most of the time, this isn\u2019t harmful and doesn\u2019t require treatment. However, many people don\u2019t like the appearance of a gap between their front teeth. Read on to learn why this happens and what you can do about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Causes a Diastema?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several reasons why a diastema can occur. Here are some of the most common ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Small Teeth:<\/strong> In some families, having smaller teeth in relation to the jawbone is genetic. In this situation, spaces can develop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gum Disease:<\/strong> If you have gum disease at a more advanced stage, your teeth can migrate and gaps can open between them. Without treatment, your teeth could eventually fall out.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Missing Teeth:<\/strong> When a tooth is missing, your other teeth will move around<s>,<\/s> and you could develop spaces. This happens more often when the teeth on either side of the front teeth are missing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Oversized Labial Frenum:<\/strong> The labial frenum is the tissue that extends from the inside of your upper lip to the gum that is above your upper front teeth. If this is larger than average, a gap can form between the teeth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Non-Nutritive Habits:<\/strong> If you sucked your thumb, lip, or thrust your tongue as a child, you can develop a diastema as a result.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Can You Do About a Diastema?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news is that if you aren\u2019t happy with the appearance of your smile, you don\u2019t have to settle for it. Correcting a diastema can even help some people keep their smile cleaner and improve their overall bite. Here are some possible treatment options that may be able to give you the more uniform smile that you are hoping for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Invisalign:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gannettdrivedental.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">Invisalign<\/a> uses a series of clear aligners to slowly shift the teeth into their rightful locations. It can be used to move the teeth to be the ideal distance apart, closing the gap.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tooth Replacement:<\/strong> If your diastema is due to missing teeth, they can be replaced with dental bridges, dental implants, or dentures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Surgery:<\/strong> If your diastema is a result of an oversized labial frenum, surgery may be necessary to fix it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Diastemas aren\u2019t usually harmful, but not everyone likes how they look. By scheduling a consultation with your dentist, you can discuss your options. You will be showing off your dream smile in just a matter of time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Gannett Drive Dental, patients can achieve straighter smiles with Invisalign clear aligners. Dr. Gagnon and our skilled team provide customized orthodontic plans designed to deliver lasting results. With personalized care and advanced technology, our practice helps patients transform their smiles comfortably and effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Call us at (207) 253-5600 or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gannettdrivedental.com\/contact.html\">request an appointment online<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you have a notable gap between your front teeth? This is what dentists call a \u201cdiastema.\u201d The good news is that you don\u2019t need to worry. Most of the time, this isn\u2019t harmful and doesn\u2019t require treatment. 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