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Over the years we have had patients coming specifically to treat this condition, but there are also some who have no clue that they have to get their midline diastema treated. The midline diastema is a space(or gap) between their front two teeth (upper central incisors) This space can be a normal growth characteristics during their teeth eruption period and generally closes by time. In some case that space doesn’t close but also increases, that is when you should get a consultation with us and manage this tooth gap. Diastema treatments include dental bonding, porcelain veneers and braces Mostly these are diagnoses during a routine dental exam. No further testing is required to correct it. a) Cosmetic treatments for diastema If your teeth are healthy and you simply wish to close the gap between your teeth, here are some cosmetic dental treatments that are available at our clinic: • Dental bonding - a tooth-coloured composite resin material is applied to conceal the tooth gap. Then, your teeth are shaped and polished for a natural appearance. • Porcelain veneers - These are custom-made ceramic shells that permanently adhere to your front tooth surfaces. They can close down a gap between the teeth for a more uniform look. • Braces- If the gap is large, you may need braces or clear orthodontic aligners to physically move your teeth closer together. (In mild cases, we can usually fix diastema without braces.) • Frenectomy - An oral frenum is a band of tissue that connects your lip to your gums. If this piece of tissue is too thick, it can push your teeth apart, creating a gap. A frenectomy releases this band of tissue. In many cases, frenectomy is performed in combination with another cosmetic procedure, such as dental bonding or veneers.

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