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.
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 7 doctors who treat diastemas
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Doctors specialized in diastemas
Dr. José Luis Razo Aguirre
Dr. Hugo Castellanos
Dr. Hector Manuel Garcia Alatorre
Dr. Etsson Jessel García Hernández
Dr. Miguel Herrera
Dra. Maria del Pilar Rodriguez Velasquez
Dr. Carlos Trinidad Combaluzier
Dr. Salvador Reyes Fernandez
Dr. Miguel Alejandro Pompa Villasenor
Dra. Magdalena García González
Dra. Teresa Zárate Vera
Dra. Ma Teresa Rousselon Iriarte
Dra. Shadia Dueñas Salgado
Dr. Victor Manuel Gallegos Morales
Dr. Victor Andres Martinez Cano
Dr. Jaime Enrique Rosas Sierra
Dr. Sergio Godínez Antillón
Dr. Jose Julian Sacre Diaz Ordaz
Dra. Laura Rivera Mejia
Dra. Maria Isabel Tellez Galvan
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 is usually treated by specialists in orthodontist, dentist, dentist.