The gap itself usually doesn’t cause pain. The issue is what happens around it. Food can get trapped in the space, especially if the teeth have shifted recently, and that trapped debris gives bacteria more time to irritate the gums.<\/p>\r\n
Sometimes the pain is coming from one tooth rather than the gap. A cavity may be developing between the teeth. So the space gets blamed because it’s easy to notice, while the actual problem sits just beside it.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 Food constantly getting wedged into the gap, which gets old very quickly.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 A dull ache around one bottom tooth that keeps coming back.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 Gum tenderness right beside the space, especially if brushing there makes it bleed.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 Sensitivity that hangs around after a cold drink rather than disappearing immediately.<\/p>\r\n
They could. As gum tissue becomes inflamed or starts pulling away from the teeth, spaces can look wider. The teeth may also feel different when you bite because the supporting tissues aren’t as healthy as they should be.<\/p>\r\n
A new gap deserves more attention than one you’ve had since childhood. Tooth movement can happen for several reasons, including changes in the gums or bone around the teeth. Your dentist can check the teeth and gums and use dental X-rays when needed to see what’s happening below the surface.<\/p>\r\n
Don’t keep poking the gap with your tongue and hoping it’ll settle down. That’s a surprisingly easy habit to pick up.<\/p>\r\n
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