Question

Which of the following is correct regarding diastema?

A

Gap between bones

B

Gap between the teeth

C

Gap between nerves

D

Gap between cells

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Correct option is B)

A diastema is a dental term referring to a space or gap between two teeth. It is most commonly referred to as the space found between two maxillary incisor teeth (upper front teeth).
Diastemas can be caused by a number of factors including genetics, a tooth size discrepancy, a low muscle attachment between teeth known as a frenum or spreading of teeth due to gum disease (periodontal disease).
Thus, the correct answer is option B. 

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