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Can teeth gaps close naturally in adults?

I am a 22 year old male. I have gaps between my teeth. Can teeth gaps close naturally in adults?

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Not usually, unless you are in the position where wisdom teeth might be able to erupt and close some space. Usually, by your age, all the space that could close naturally via eruption of molars has already happened. At age 22, I would say what you see is what you get.
Possible, but not likely. Orthodontists make sure they move correctly, so you'll like the way they look.
No.
No, teeth gaps can not close naturally in adults.
Rarely if ever do healthy teeth move on their own without orthodontic intervention.

Justin W. Ruffner, D.D.S.