Why Do Front Teeth Have Gaps?

Often, a gap forms between the teeth as a result of being born with a jaw that is too large for the teeth, or teeth that are too small for the jaw. “The most common reason for gaps is simply having a tooth size to jaw discrepancy,” White says.

Is it normal to have gap in front teeth?

Having a diastema, or gap between your teeth, is more common than you might think. A gap in the front teeth is considered a symbol of beauty in some cultures and good luck in others. The causes of a gap in your front teeth include a large labial frenum, gum disease, and jaw size.

Why do so many people have gaps in their front teeth?

The top cause of diastema (tooth gaps) is the difference between the size of the jaw and the size of the teeth. Improper spacing occurs when teeth are normally sized but the jaw is overly-large. Additional causes of gaps between the teeth include periodontitis and mesiodens.