Diastema Treatment in St Albans

Diastemas can result from a size mismatch between the jaw and the teeth, an oversized labial frenum (the band of tissue connecting your upper lip to your gums), or childhood habits such as thumb-sucking or tongue-thrusting. Gum disease can also cause teeth to drift and create new gaps. As your dentist in St Albans, we always investigate the underlying cause before recommending treatment.

Gaps in baby teeth are entirely normal — the majority close naturally as the permanent teeth erupt.

Composite bonding applies tooth-coloured resin directly to your teeth in a single appointment — it's affordable, immediate and completely reversible. Porcelain veneers are ultra-thin, custom-made shells bonded to the front of your teeth — they look extraordinarily natural and last significantly longer, but involve some preparation of the tooth surface and a higher initial investment. We'll explain the pros and cons of each at your consultation in St Albans so you can make a fully informed decision.