Your gap, your choice — closed properly if you want it closed
Gaps Between Teeth Treatment in Coimbatore
A gap between your front teeth — what dentists call a midline diastema — is one of the most fixable things we treat at Arasu Dental Care. Depending on the size of the gap and what caused it, we can close it with clear aligners or braces, or mask it in as little as one or two visits with composite bonding or veneers. The right option depends on your case, and this page walks you through exactly how we decide — including what each route costs and how we keep the gap from coming back.
Some people keep their gap by choice, and that's a valid decision — closing it is about what you want, not what a clinic wants to sell you. If your gap bothers you, traps food, affects your speech, or has appeared recently where there wasn't one before, it's worth a proper look.
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Thinking about closing your gap? A consultation at either branch tells you which option fits your case and what it will cost — R.S. Puram +91 88380 22157 · Saibaba Colony +91 74491 88777.
Diastema treatment in Coimbatore
Should you close the gap — and when should you wait?
Not every gap needs treatment, and we'll tell you plainly when yours doesn't. Three situations come up most often at our clinics:
A gap in a young child is usually normal
Research shows a midline gap is present in around 98% of six-year-olds and closes on its own in most of them as the adult canines and side teeth come through — only about 7% of 18-year-olds still have one. If your child is under 8 or 9, we usually monitor rather than treat, unless a habit or a tight lip frenum is holding the gap open. Our pediatric dentistry team handles these reviews.
A stable gap you've had since your teens is a cosmetic choice
Closing it is optional — and if you're happy with it, no treatment is the right treatment. If it bothers you, the options below close it predictably.
A new or widening gap in an adult is different
Teeth that are drifting apart can be an early sign of gum disease loosening their support. Before we discuss cosmetic options, we check your gum health — treating the appearance while the cause progresses would be doing you a disservice. If that's what we find, periodontal treatment comes first.
Key point: a midline gap is near-universal at age six and persists into adulthood in only a small minority — which is why we monitor children rather than rushing to treat, and why a gap that's still there (or newly appeared) in adulthood deserves a proper assessment rather than guesswork.
Cause-first, always
Why the cause of your gap decides the treatment
Two patients can have the same-sized gap and need completely different treatment. That's why our consultation starts with the cause, not the fix:
| What's behind the gap | What it means for treatment | Who handles it at Arasu |
|---|---|---|
| Tooth-to-jaw size mismatch (small teeth, wider arch) | Orthodontic closure, or reshaping the teeth with bonding/veneers to fill the space | Orthodontist or cosmetic dentist |
| A thick or low lip frenum holding the front teeth apart | The gap tends to reopen unless the frenum is released — often a quick laser frenectomy alongside orthodontic closure | Laser periodontist + orthodontist |
| Tongue-thrust or thumb-sucking habit | The habit is corrected first (habit appliances, myofunctional guidance), or the gap returns | Orthodontist / pediatric team |
| A missing tooth letting neighbours drift | The space is restored — see our missing teeth options — rather than closed cosmetically | Implantologist / prosthodontist |
| Gum disease loosening tooth support | Gum treatment first; cosmetic or orthodontic work only once the foundation is stable | Periodontist |
Tooth gap closing treatment
Your options for closing a gap between teeth
There are two fundamentally different routes: moving the teeth together (orthodontics) or filling the space visually (cosmetic dentistry). One changes tooth position; the other changes tooth shape. Here's how they compare:
| Option | How it closes the gap | Typical timeline | Suits you when |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear aligners | Move the teeth together gradually with removable, nearly invisible trays | 3–9 months for an isolated gap; longer if other alignment issues are corrected together | You want the gap genuinely closed without drilling, and prefer a discreet option |
| Braces | Fixed brackets and wires move the teeth with precise control | 6–18 months depending on complexity | The gap is part of a wider bite or spacing problem worth correcting properly |
| Composite bonding | Tooth-coloured composite is sculpted onto the edges of the two teeth to fill the space — no drilling of healthy enamel | A single visit | The gap is small (roughly under 2 mm), your bite is otherwise fine, and you want it gone today |
| Veneers | Thin porcelain or composite facings (laminates) reshape the front teeth so the space disappears | Composite: 1 visit · Porcelain: 2 visits over about 2 weeks | You want to improve colour and shape at the same time as the gap |
How we help you choose
- Small, isolated gap with a good bite → bonding is the quickest, most conservative fix.
- Gap plus crooked or drifted teeth → aligners or braces treat the actual position, and the result doesn't rely on added material.
- Gap plus discoloured, worn or uneven front teeth → veneers solve several things in one treatment.
- Very wide gaps sometimes need a combination — orthodontics to narrow the space, then bonding to finish it invisibly.
Your orthodontic assessment is carried out by Dr. P.S. Sree Cumar, our founder and MDS orthodontist; cosmetic closures are planned by Dr. L.S. Priyanka, our MDS cosmetic dentist and endodontist.
Straight talk
Will the gap come back? The honest answer
This is the question that matters most, and most pages skip it. Orthodontic studies report that a closed midline gap can relapse in up to half of cases when no retainer is worn — teeth have a long memory. The same research shows the fix: with a proper retention plan, typically a slim bonded wire behind the front teeth, closure stability of over 80% is reported. So when we close your gap with aligners or braces, a long-term retainer is part of the plan, not an optional extra — and we'll tell you that before you start, not after.
Relapse without retention. Studies report a closed midline gap can reopen in up to half of cases when no retainer is worn.
Stability with retention. With a long-term retention plan — usually a slim bonded wire — reported closure stability is over 80%.
A few more honest considerations before you decide
- If a frenum caused the gap, closing it alone isn't enough. The tissue pulls the teeth apart again. In those cases we combine closure with a frenectomy — a short laser procedure performed by , our periodontist with an Associate Fellowship in Laser Dentistry (WCLI, USA).
- Bonding is reversible but not indestructible. Composite (tooth-coloured filling material) can pick up stains over the years and can chip on hard foods; it's repairable in a single visit, but expect maintenance over its lifespan.
- Porcelain veneers involve reshaping enamel. A thin layer of tooth surface is usually adjusted, which makes porcelain veneers a considered, long-term decision — we'll always discuss the no-drilling alternatives first.
- Results vary from person to person. Timelines and outcomes depend on your gap size, cause, gum health and how consistently retainers are worn — your assessment gives you numbers specific to your case.
Real cases from our clinics
Gap closures we've treated
Teeth gap filling & closing cost
What does teeth gap treatment cost in Coimbatore?
The honest answer is that the cost depends on which route fits your case — a one-visit bonding is a different investment from a full orthodontic course. These are our current ranges at Arasu Dental Care:
| Treatment | Cost range at Arasu | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Consultation | ₹300 – ₹500 | Includes treatment-route advice |
| Composite bonding (gap closure, per tooth) | Quoted at consultation | Confirmed after examination, before anything begins |
| Composite veneers (per tooth) | ₹3,000 – ₹8,000 | Single visit |
| Porcelain veneers (per tooth) | ₹15,000 – ₹25,000 | Two visits |
| Clear aligners — mild case | ₹50,000 – ₹70,000 | Isolated gaps often fall here |
| Clear aligners — full range | ₹40,000 – ₹3,00,000 | Complex cases at the upper end; Invisalign from ₹80,000 — see the aligner cost guide |
| Metal braces | ₹30,000 – ₹50,000 | Full course — see the braces cost guide |
| Ceramic braces | ₹35,000 – ₹70,000 | Less visible option |
Every figure is a range because gap size, the number of teeth involved and any groundwork (gum treatment, frenectomy) change the plan. You'll get an exact written quote at your consultation before anything begins — prices are subject to individual assessment, and we accept UPI, cards, cash and EMI options.
Want a fixed number for your case?Book a consultation and leave with a written treatment plan and quote — no obligation to proceed. Call +91 88380 22157 (R.S. Puram) or +91 74491 88777 (Saibaba Colony).
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Why have your gap treated at Arasu Dental Care?
Because gap closure sits at the junction of three specialities, and we have all three in-house. One clinic, one coordinated plan, and honest advice on which route your case actually needs — including when the answer is "leave it alone."
Orthodontic closure, specialist-planned
Planned by Dr. P.S. Sree Cumar, MDS — our founder, an orthodontist whose specific expertise includes clear aligners and fixed appliances.
Cosmetic closure, smile-design experience
Handled by Dr. L.S. Priyanka — an endodontist and cosmetic dentist with extensive smile-design experience across bonding and veneers.
Laser care where the gum is the cause
Where a frenum or gum condition is behind the gap, our periodontist, brings laser-assisted periodontal treatment — including frenectomy — with minimal downtime.
Easy to be seen, honest by default
Both branches open 10 AM to 8:30 PM every day of the week, with transparent pricing explained before we start — and plain advice when no treatment is the right call.
Dr. P.S. Sree Cumar, MDS
Founder · Orthodontist
Plans every orthodontic gap closure — clear aligners and fixed appliances — and leads the multispecialty team across both branches. View profile
Dr. L.S. Priyanka
General Dentist
Plans cosmetic closures — composite bonding and veneers — with extensive smile-design experience. View profile
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Two branches, open all seven days
R.S. Puram (main branch): 129, W Sambandam Road, R.S. Puram, Coimbatore 641002 · +91 88380 22157 · Saibaba Colony: 160, NSR Road, Saibaba Colony, Coimbatore 641011 · +91 74491 88777. Open Monday–Sunday, 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM · WhatsApp +91 96007 56297.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions about gaps between teeth
Yes — small gaps (roughly under 2 mm) can usually be closed in a single visit with composite bonding, or with veneers if you also want to improve tooth colour and shape. Larger gaps, or gaps caused by tooth position, are better closed with clear aligners or braces so the teeth actually move together.
Bonding and composite veneers: one visit. Porcelain veneers: about two weeks across two visits. Clear aligners for an isolated gap: typically 3–9 months. Braces: 6–18 months depending on what else is being corrected. Your assessment gives you a timeline for your specific case.
After orthodontic closure it can — studies report relapse in up to half of cases without a retainer, which is why a long-term retention plan (usually a slim bonded wire) is built into every closure we do. With retention, reported stability is over 80%. Bonded or veneered closures don't reopen, though the material itself needs care over time. Results vary by case.
Usually, yes. Around 98% of six-year-olds have a midline gap, and in most children it closes naturally as the adult side teeth erupt. We recommend a check-up if the gap is unusually wide, if a habit like thumb-sucking persists, or if it hasn't narrowed by age 8–9.
For a small gap, composite bonding or composite veneers (₹3,000–₹8,000 per tooth for composite veneers) is the most economical route and takes one visit. It's only the right choice when the bite is otherwise healthy — a cheap fix on the wrong case costs more later, so we'll tell you honestly if orthodontics is the better investment.
Almost never for the gap itself. The one common exception is when a thick lip frenum is holding the teeth apart — then a short laser frenectomy is done alongside closure so the result holds. It's a minor procedure with quick recovery, performed under local anaesthesia.
A stable, long-standing gap is usually harmless — treating it is a personal choice. The exception is a new or widening gap in an adult, which can signal gum disease and should be examined promptly rather than watched.
Medical disclaimer: this page is general information, not a diagnosis. Statistics reflect published orthodontic research, not a promise of individual outcomes — results vary. Please consult our dentists for a personalised assessment.
Your gap, your decision — made with real information
One consultation tells you every option and its exact cost
Cause, route, timeline and a written quote — before any treatment begins. Open Monday to Sunday, 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM · WhatsApp +91 96007 56297.
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