Cosmetic Procedures to Eliminate a Gap Between Your Teeth

Gaps in your smile could be the result of missing teeth or it could be the result of poorly aligned teeth. Both can make you feel very self-conscious and you might be wondering how you can correct this perceived imperfection.

While it’s perfectly possible to leave a gap in your smile without any real consequences, there are also options available for those who would prefer to conceal it. In this guide, we’ll be looking at some of the most common cosmetic procedures intended to close a gap in your smile so you can make an informed decision.

What causes a gap in your smile?

Gaps in your smile could occur for a number of reasons. First, you might be missing a tooth and this could leave a large gap in your teeth. Over time, your remaining teeth could shift to close the gap, but these movements might result in crooked teeth.

Another common reason for a gap in your smile would be simple misalignments. Sometimes your teeth aren’t large enough to cover the whole area, or you might have a tooth that has rotated and left a gap.

You don’t have to fix the gap in your smile if you don’t want to. Some people like a gap because it makes them feel more unique. However, if you decide you would like to close the gap, these are the most popular ways to achieve a perfectly aligned smile.

Dental implants

Dental implants can be utilised as permanent solutions if a tooth happens to be missing. This procedure involves placing a metal screw into your jaw bone and then using this to support a dental crown. It’s a highly effective way to close a gap in your smile with a method that allows you to have a second chance with your natural teeth.

Braces

Braces are very effective at closing the gap over time. Orthodontic treatment will allow your dentist to move the teeth into the correct alignment, which could close a gap in your smile. You’ll need to wear a retainer at night at the end of your treatment to keep your teeth in this new, optimised alignment.

Porcelain veneers

Porcelain veneers are also effective at narrowing any spaces. These are thin shells of porcelain that fit over the front of your teeth and allow you to design your perfect smile. You can fix other things like the colour, alignment, conceal chips and cracks and make the ends of your teeth look more even.

Composite bonding

This is a cost-effective alternative to porcelain veneers that will allow you to conceal a small gap in your smile. With this treatment plan, resin is applied directly to the teeth and then shaped before it is cured to set it hard. Your dentist can then refine the shape and polish it to perfection to achieve a perfect restoration.

Which method is right for you?

If you are self conscious about a gap in your smile, speak to your dentist about possible options for hiding this. They can help you to explore the options available to you and make an informed choice about which one is best suited to your needs. The choice of treatment will often depend on the size of the gap and the cause.

Book an appointment with our team of cosmetic dentists to find out more about treatment options available to you. We’ll help guide you through the options so you can make a decision that is right for you.