Definition of Widely spaced teeth:

Widely spaced teeth can be a temporary condition related to normal growth and the development of adult teeth. Wide spacing can also occur as a result of several diseases or continued growth of the jawbone.

Common Causes:

• Acromegaly
• Ellis-van Creveld syndrome
• Injury
• Morquio syndrome
• Normal growth (temporary widening)
• Possible gum disease
• Sanfilippo syndrome
• Tooth shifting due to missing teeth