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

Answer 1

Answer: (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.