Widely spaced teeth
Alternative names:
teeth - widely spaced
Definition:
Physical separation of the teeth with increased space between the teeth.
Considerations:
Increased spacing can be seen as a temporary, normal condition related to acquisition of adult teeth. Increased spacing of teeth occurs as a permanent condition in several storage diseases. Wide spacing can also result from continued growth of the maxilla or jaw as is seen in acromegaly.
Common causes:
Note: There may be other causes of widely spaced teeth. This list is not all inclusive, and the causes are not presented in order of likelihood. The causes of this symptom can include unlikely diseases and medications. Furthermore, the causes may vary based on age and gender of the affected person, as well as on the specific characteristics of the symptom. Use the Symptom Analysis option to explore the possible explanations for widely spaced teeth, occurring alone or in combination with other problems.
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