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What should I do if the gap between my teeth is too large?
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Solutions to excessive gaps between teeth
Situations vary
Depending on the size of the tooth gap and the age of the patient, the time, cost, and method required to wear braces vary. For specific braces, it is recommended to go to a local hospital to take pictures and have an interview with a doctor.
bad habit
If the gap between teeth is caused by muscle dysfunction in children such as lip biting, finger biting, mouth breathing, etc., you can change the child's bad habits and exercise muscle function to close the abnormal gap during the tooth replacement process.
Dental implant-veneer restoration
If the orthodontist and prosthodontist conduct a consultation together and comprehensively analyze the patient's facial appearance, tooth arrangement, and occlusal relationship, it can be determined that the best solution is to implant the missing teeth or repair the teeth that are too small with veneers. Usually, it is necessary to first Correction, lay a solid foundation for later repair, and then carry out implantation and veneer repair,
Orthodontics after periodontal treatment
If periodontal disease is the cause of tooth space, periodontal treatment should be performed immediately. Through systematic periodontal treatment, the progression of periodontal disease can be controlled, the teeth can be re-stabilized, and the gums and alveolar bones can be restored to health. After that, if the patient's periodontal condition can meet the requirements of orthodontics, the gap will be closed through orthodontics to create normal adjacency between the teeth.
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