Although it has been a source of ridicule for generations, having a gap tooth, or Diasthema, has been embarrassing for many but that is all changing for the better. People with one or several parts of their mouth with a Diasthema are finding solace in celebrities being proud to show the world that they have this. The pop singer Madonna, actor Ernest Borgnine and chat show host David Letterman are just some of those who have sported a Diasthema for years in the public eye. But, if you want to get rid of your Diasthema and close that gap or gaps from one tooth to the next there are ways in which this can be achieved.
It needn’t be permanent
Braces are one of the first steps which can help. A brace can be placed either behind or in front of the teeth and come in two forms. Metallic braces are attached to the front of your teeth and gently force your teeth together. Invisalign is literally an invisible brace which is put on the front of the teeth and though clear aligners can help your teeth to move over the course of a number of months or years.
Veneers are a great way of closing a Diasthema gap sooner than what it would take for braces to do this. A thin covering which is designed for each person, a veneer is put over the top of the teeth and this means that irregularity in the teeth is cured as, especially with Diasthema, the physicality of it will no longer be visible.
Whether you are living in Hollywood or Ashton under Lyne, there is a treatment suitable for you. Crowns are perfect for those who have a Diasthema which is no more than 2mm in size. They might not be as strong as porcelain veneers but this form of treatment is faster to act than braces as it does take months or years for braces to deliver results.