Abstract:The mandibular anterior tooth loss because of trauma or periodontal problems is seen frequently. In some cases, the presence of a diastema between teeth is a common feature found in the mandibular anterior dentition. Many forms of therapy can be used for diastema closure. A carefully developed diagnosis and advanced planning allows the most appropriate treatment to address the patient's needs. Among the suggested options are for diastema closure such as orthodontic, restorative and prosthodontic treatment. The… Show more
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