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BDS, MDS - Orthodontics
- Delhi State Dental Council registration number A-6723 (2015).
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Gap Between Teeth in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi
A gap between the teeth is common, harmless in many people and can be closed in more than one way if it bothers you. At Orion Dental Clinic, a dentist in Greater Kailash 1 (GK 1), South Delhi, this page explains why gaps appear, how braces, bonding and veneers compare, what the research says about how long each lasts, and why a retainer matters, in plain language.
Care is planned by Dr Anupam Sinha (BDS, MDS) and Dr Natalia DeSilva (BDS, MDS). Ask as many questions as you need before you decide.
- How long a fixed brace usually stays in place, which the NHS lists as a treatment for large gaps 1
- 1 to 2 years
- The NHS lists large gaps among the reasons braces may help 1
- Large gaps
- A retainer is needed after braces to stop the teeth moving back 1
- Always
These statements come from NHS patient information and systematic reviews, listed at the end of the page. Most studies are not about gaps alone. Your dentist will explain what applies to your own teeth.
Medically reviewed by Dr Anupam Sinha, BDS, MDS - Orthodontics, .
Quick answer
A gap between teeth at Orion Dental Clinic in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi can be closed with braces, bonding or veneers, or left alone. Dr Anupam Sinha and Dr Natalia DeSilva explain each after an examination. Braces move the teeth, bonding and veneers add material, and a retainer matters for any method that moves teeth.
01 Overview
What causes a gap between teeth, and how can it be closed in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi?
A gap can be a natural feature, or it can be linked to a missing tooth, teeth that are small for the jaw, gum disease or a habit such as thumb sucking, and the dentist looks for the cause before suggesting treatment. The NHS lists large gaps among the reasons braces may help, together with crowded teeth, teeth that stick out and bite problems.1
There are three main ways to close a gap. Braces or aligners move the teeth together, which takes one to two years for a fixed brace and is followed by a retainer.1 Bonding adds tooth-coloured resin to the sides of the teeth, and a German evidence-based guideline says composite is a viable option for direct restorations and for tooth shape corrections.5 A veneer is a thin shell bonded to the front of a tooth, and 95.5% of porcelain veneers were still in place after ten years in a review of 25 studies.4
None of these is better for every gap, and each asks something of the tooth, your time or its upkeep. Our pages on dental bonding, dental veneers and braces treatment explain them in detail.
A gap can be closed by moving the teeth or by adding to them, and the right choice depends on the cause and the size of the gap.
02 Candidacy
Who should consider closing a gap between teeth in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi?
Many gaps need no treatment, and the dentist decides with you after an examination.
When closing a gap is usually considered
When another plan may be needed
Leave a gap you like, and find the cause of one that has changed.
03 Options
Which gap closing options are there in Greater Kailash 1?
The options differ in whether they move the tooth or cover it, and in how long they last in the studies.
Braces to close a gap between teeth
A fixed brace moves the teeth together and usually stays in place for one to two years, with adjustments every six to eight weeks.1 A retainer is needed afterwards, and without it the teeth can move back.12
1 to 2 years 1
The studies on bonding and veneers are about restorations in general, and not gaps alone.
| Braces | Bonding | Veneers | |
|---|---|---|---|
| What it does | Moves the teeth together 1 | Adds resin to the tooth sides 5 | Covers the front of the tooth 4 |
| What the research found | 1 to 2 years of treatment 1 | 24.1% failed after 3 years or more 3 | 95.5% in place at 10 years 4 |
| Main limit | Needs a retainer for good 1 | Can chip or wear 3 | Needs some enamel removed; fracture is common 4 |
Braces change the position of the teeth, and bonding and veneers change their shape.
04 Procedure
How is a gap between teeth examined and closed, step by step?
Every case is individual, so your steps may differ. This is the usual order.
The cause of the gap is found before any treatment, and holding the result is part of the plan.
Questions about the gap between your teeth
The dentist asks how long the gap has been there, whether it is changing, and whether you have lost a tooth, had gum problems or have habits such as thumb sucking or tongue thrusting.
Examining the gap and the bite
The dentist looks at the teeth, gums and bite, checks how the gap affects chewing and cleaning, and takes X-rays where needed.
Finding the cause
A gap from a missing tooth, from gum disease or from the size of the teeth leads to a different plan from a natural gap.
Discussing the options
You talk through braces, bonding, veneers and leaving the gap, with what the research says about how long each lasts.134
Preparing and closing the gap
Braces are fitted and adjusted over one to two years, or resin or veneers are shaped and bonded to the teeth.15
Holding the result
After braces, a retainer holds the teeth in place.12 Bonding and veneers are checked at regular visits.
Review
A check shows whether the result has held, whether the gums are healthy, and whether anything needs repair.
05 Aftercare
Looking after your teeth after a gap is closed in Greater Kailash 1
Your dentist will give you written instructions, and those come first.
Braces
Keep sugary food and drink to meal times, avoid hard, crunchy and sticky foods, and report very red, swollen or painful gums.1
Retainer
Wear your retainer as the orthodontist advises, because without it the teeth can move back.1
Bonding
Avoid biting hard objects such as nails, pens or ice with bonded teeth, because the resin can chip.3
Veneers and check-ups
Avoid biting hard foods with veneered teeth and keep your regular check-ups, because fracture is the commonest problem.4
When to call us
Call the clinic on 098115 01995 if a bracket, wire, bonded edge or veneer breaks or comes off, if your gums are very red, swollen or painful, or if a tooth is sore for more than a few days. If you have trouble breathing or swallowing, or swelling that spreads across your face or neck, call 112 or go to a hospital emergency department.
Protect the repair from hard bites, and wear the retainer if you had braces.
06 Limits and risks
When is closing a gap between teeth not the right choice?
Closing a gap is a choice, and some gaps are better left or need another treatment first. These are situations where another plan may be better:
- A gap you do not mind.
- A gap caused by a missing tooth or by gum disease.
- A large gap that bonding or veneers would make look wide teeth.
- A person who cannot wear a retainer or attend braces visits.
- Teeth that grind or bite hard, which can chip bonding and veneers.
In these cases treating the cause first, braces, or leaving the gap may be better.
Risks and complications
Closed gaps can reopen. Teeth moved by braces can move back without a retainer.12
Bonding does not last for ever. In a review of 1,821 front-tooth composite restorations, 24.1% had failed after three years or more, and fracture was among the commonest reasons.3
Veneers can fracture or come off. Fracture was the commonest problem in the veneer review, followed by debonding, and veneers need some enamel removed.4
The evidence is not about gaps alone. The reviews cover front-tooth restorations in general, so the results are a guide and not a promise for your gap.34
A good plan names these limits and says what upkeep to expect.
07 Your visit
What happens at your first gap between teeth appointment?
At your first visit, a dentist at Orion Dental Clinic asks how long you have had the gap, whether it is changing, and what you would like to change. You are asked about your health, any lost teeth, gum problems and habits such as thumb sucking.
The dentist examines your teeth, gums and bite and takes X-rays where needed. You then talk through the cause, the options, what each involves, how long it takes and what the risks are, including leaving the gap, and you can take your time to decide.
The first visit is for finding the cause and comparing options, and nothing is done until you agree.
08 Why this clinic
Why choose Orion Dental Clinic for a gap between teeth in Greater Kailash 1?
You meet the doctors who plan your treatment, and you can ask them to compare moving the teeth with adding to them.
Dr Natalia DeSilva
BDS, MDS - Oral Medicine and Radiology
- Delhi State Dental Council registration number A 11417 (2013), and Karnataka State Dental Council A-13203 (2003).
Doctors you can ask
Dr Anupam Sinha and Dr Natalia DeSilva see patients about their smiles, and patients mention both in their reviews.
Every option under one roof
Braces, bonding and veneers can be compared at the same clinic.
Imaging on site
Imaging is available at the clinic, so the X-rays used to plan treatment can be taken there.
Ask what is causing the gap and whether closing it is needed.
09 Reviews
Patient reviews of Orion Dental Clinic in Greater Kailash 1
“Had a wonderful experience with Dr. Anupam and Dr. Natalia. Went for Braces and RCT and the doctor were thorough with the treatment and follow ups. Will higher recommend Orion orthodontic.”
“Great experience! Dr. Anupam Sinha, my dentist did a wonderful job with my braces and has now started retainers. I am very happy with the results!”
“I had very crooked teeth plus one of my front tooth was broken. I visited Dr Anupam’s clinic in Greater Kailash for my ortho treatment. I had my braces for about 2.5 years post which it is a near perfect alignment. Dr Anupam and the team helped with everything patiently throughout the treatment.”
10 Visit us
Gap between teeth treatment in Greater Kailash 1 (GK 1), Delhi: location and hours
Mon to Sat, 9:30 am to 8:00 pm
Orion Dental Clinic Basement, E 75, Greater Kailash-1,Greater Kailash Enclave I
New Delhi, Delhi 110048
098115 01995
| Monday to Saturday | 9:30 am to 8:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Sunday | Closed |
If you are looking for gap between teeth treatment in Greater Kailash or nearby, Orion Dental Clinic is in the basement of E 75, Greater Kailash Enclave 1 (GK 1), opposite Anubhav Play School, with the entrance at Gate 1, so call or message us on WhatsApp to book an appointment and use the map for directions. More about the clinic: dentist in Greater Kailash.
11 Travelling patients
Visiting Delhi with a gap between your teeth?
If you are visiting Delhi and want a gap closed, bonding can often be done in a single visit, while veneers need more than one, and braces need adjustment every six to eight weeks for one to two years.1 Tell us how long you can stay and we will say which option fits, and which you could continue with a dentist at home.
You can read about how dental tourism in Delhi works.
Choose the method that fits the time you have, and decide who will do any follow-up.
12 Questions
Gap between front teeth in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi: questions patients ask
Why do I have a gap between my teeth?
It may be natural, or linked to a missing tooth, small teeth, gum disease or a habit such as thumb sucking. The dentist looks for the cause.
Does a gap between teeth need treatment?
Not always. Many gaps are harmless and can be left alone, though the NHS lists large gaps among the reasons braces may help.1
How long do braces take to close a gap?
A fixed brace usually stays in place for one to two years, with adjustments every six to eight weeks.1
Will the gap come back after braces?
How long does bonding last?
In a review of 1,821 front-tooth composite restorations, 24.1% had failed after three years or more, and fracture was among the commonest reasons.3
How long do veneers last?
In a review of 25 studies, 95.5% of porcelain veneers were still in place after ten years.4
Is bonding or a veneer better for a gap?
Can I just leave the gap?
Yes. If it does not bother you and is not changing, leaving it is a legitimate choice.
Where can I find gap between teeth treatment near me in South Delhi?
Orion Dental Clinic is a dentist for gaps between teeth in Greater Kailash 1 (GK 1), in the basement of E 75, Greater Kailash Enclave 1, opposite Anubhav Play School, with the entrance at Gate 1. Patients come for gaps between teeth in Greater Kailash from Kailash Colony, CR Park, Nehru Place, Lajpat Nagar, Defence Colony and South Extension. Call or message us on WhatsApp to book an appointment.
13 Second opinion
A gap you would like closed, or a gap that has opened?
A consultation lets you find out what is causing the gap, and what your choices are, before you commit to anything. The dentist will examine your teeth, explain what they find and describe the options, including leaving the gap. There is no form to fill in: message us on WhatsApp or call, and we will find a time that suits you.
14 Related
Related treatments and guides
Dental Bonding
Read this for closing a small gap with resin.
Dental Veneers
Read this for covering the front of the teeth.
Braces for crooked teeth and bite problems
Read this for moving the teeth together.
Patient guides
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What malocclusion means, the common types of bite problem, their causes and symptoms, and how braces, aligners and other treatments correct them.
Dental Implant Procedure: What Happens at Each Visit
A step-by-step guide to the dental implant procedure, from the first scan and planning to surgery, healing and the final crown, with usual timings.
Root Canal Infections: Symptoms, Causes and Prevention
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- NHS website. Braces and orthodontics (patient information). Page review date 29 June 2026. www.nhs.uk/conditions/orthodontics/
- Martin C, Littlewood SJ, Millett DT, Doubleday B, Bearn D, Worthington HV, Limones A. Retention procedures for stabilising tooth position after treatment with orthodontic braces. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2023, CD002283. doi.org/10.1002/14651858.CD002283.pub5
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This page is general information, not a diagnosis or a substitute for an examination, and results vary between patients.