Diastemas
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Because of their aesthetic and functional nature, diastemas are usually assessed by the orthodontist: these are the visible spaces or gaps between two teeth, most often between the upper incisors. They may be temporary in childhood or persist into adulthood.
Common causes: They are related to the difference between the size of the teeth and the jaws, the attachment of certain gum tissues, or habits during development.
Frequent symptoms: The main sign is the space between the teeth; in general it causes no pain, although some people seek to correct it for aesthetic or bite-related reasons.
Which specialist treats it? The dentist and the orthodontist evaluate diastemas and discuss the alternatives according to each case. If the gap between your teeth bothers you, scheduling an appointment is a good starting point.
Data on 147 doctors who treat diastemas
Which specialist treats diastemas?
Diastemas are abnormal gaps between teeth, commonly between the upper front teeth. An orthodontist is the specialist who evaluates and treats this condition. If you have noticeable gaps between your teeth that you'd like to correct, see this specialist.
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Doctors specialized in diastemas
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Itzel Olivares Lara
Dr. Karina V. Ramírez García
Dr. Blanca Margarita Lora Aguilar
Dr. Olivia Raquel Hernandez Morales
Dr. Jair González Robles
Dr. Monserrat Molina Brindis
Dr. Jocelyn Fernández Bahena
Dr. Yadira Tumalan Villarruel
Dr. Osvaldo Vivia Morales
Dr. Rodrigo Alejandro Jimenez Rojano
Dr. Cinthya Cubos
Dr. Gabriela Ivonne Navarrete Ibáñez
Dr. Edna Ibarra Roca
Dr. Jesús Israel López Casas
Dr. Nancy Muñoz Rojas
Dr. Rosalba Hernández García
Frequently asked questions
What is diastemas?
Because of their aesthetic and functional nature, diastemas are usually assessed by the orthodontist: these are the visible spaces or gaps between two teeth, most often between the upper incisors. They may be temporary in childhood or persist into adulthood.
Which doctor treats diastemas?
Diastemas are abnormal gaps between teeth, commonly between the upper front teeth. An orthodontist is the specialist who evaluates and treats this condition. If you have noticeable gaps between your teeth that you'd like to correct, see this specialist.