Closing Gaps Between Teeth near Taepyeong Station, Seongnam
Gaps between teeth can be closed with clear aligners, with resin bonding or with veneers.
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Gaps between teeth can be closed with clear aligners, with resin bonding or with veneers. Aligners move the teeth together, while bonding and veneers change the shape of the teeth. Which one suits you depends on the size of the gap, the cause and what you want.
Why Gaps Appear
Gaps, also called spacing or a diastema between the front teeth, can come from small teeth, a gap in the jaw, a thick tissue band between the teeth, or habits such as tongue thrust. Gum disease can also let teeth drift apart.
Because the cause matters, your dentist should examine you before choosing a treatment. If gum problems are involved, they are treated first.
Gaps can also appear after a tooth is lost, after teeth are moved by an old retainer that is no longer worn, or when teeth are smaller than the jaw needs. A gap that appears suddenly or grows over time deserves a check, since it can signal gum or bite changes.
Not every gap needs closing. Some people like theirs. If you want to change it, the goal is to choose a method that suits the cause, not only the appearance.
- Small or narrow teeth relative to the jaw
- A tissue band between the upper front teeth
- Habits such as tongue thrust
- Gum disease allowing teeth to drift
- A lost tooth leaving space
Aligners, Bonding or Veneers
Resin bonding to close a gap (diastema) is published at ₩250,000, and your dentist confirms what your case needs. Aligners change tooth position and keep your natural tooth shape; bonding and veneers change the tooth itself.
The table puts the three options side by side. It lists the published prices only, and how much each would suit you is the dentist's call after examination.
Time and permanence also differ. Aligners need several check-ups over a longer period and a retainer afterward. Bonding can often be done in a visit but may need repair. Veneers are a more involved cosmetic treatment and usually involve some preparation of the tooth surface.
| Option | What it does | Published price (KRW) | Main trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear aligners | Moves the teeth closer together | Invisalign ₩2.5M to ₩7M | Longer treatment, retainer needed |
| Resin bonding | Adds tooth-coloured resin to narrow a gap | Gap (diastema) closure ₩250,000 | May need touch-ups over time |
| Laminate veneers | Covers the front of the tooth to change shape | ₩600,000 per tooth (VAT included) | Involves tooth preparation |
Prices are the published non-covered price list in Korean won. Veneer prices include VAT, and your final figure is confirmed at consultation.
Gap Closure for Taepyeong, Moran, Sujin and Bundang Patients
The clinic is by Taepyeong Station Exit 5 in Sujin-dong, Seongnam. Patients visit from Taepyeong, Moran, Sujin, Sinheung, Wirye and Bundang.
Aligners need several check-ups, while bonding can often be completed in a single visit if your case allows. Opening hours are Mon–Wed 09:30–20:30, Thu 09:30–19:00, Fri 09:30–18:30 and Sat 09:30–13:00, with no lunch break; the clinic is closed on Sundays and open on public holidays. Use a map app for your route.
If you choose aligners, a clinic close to home makes the check-ups easier to keep. If you choose bonding, ask whether the work can be done in one visit before you plan your trip.
English consultation is available, so you can describe what bothers you about the gap and ask how each option would look and feel.
Which Option Fits Which Situation
These are general patterns, not rules. Your own examination decides which option applies.
Many people combine approaches, such as moving teeth with aligners and then finishing a small shape difference with bonding. Ask your dentist whether a combination makes sense for you.
Aligners
Useful when there are gaps across many teeth, or when you want to keep natural tooth shape. A retainer is needed afterward.
Bonding
A faster, lower-cost option for small gaps. It may need repair over time.
Veneers
Suitable when you also want to change the size, shape or colour of teeth.
Gum or frenum care first
If a tissue band or gum problem is the cause, that is addressed before any cosmetic closing.
Keeping the Result
Teeth that are moved together tend to drift back, so retainers matter after aligner treatment. Fixed retainers are listed from ₩100,000 and removable retainers from ₩150,000.
Bonded or veneered teeth should be looked after like natural teeth, and your dentist will advise on care and check-ups.
Avoid biting hard objects with bonded or veneered teeth, and tell your dentist if you grind or clench, since this can chip or loosen restorations. A night guard may be discussed, and its fee is quoted after examination.
Whatever you choose, keep up regular check-ups so that small changes are caught early.
How to Decide
A short, structured decision helps you avoid choosing on price or speed alone. These steps are a simple way to approach it.
Book an examination
Your dentist looks at the gap and the health of your gums.
Compare options
You see what each choice would change and what it costs.
Choose
You pick the option that fits your goals and budget.
Plan aftercare
Ask about retainers or maintenance before you start.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation
Bring these to your visit to compare the options fairly.
- What is causing my gap, and will it come back?
- How long would each option take?
- What preparation, if any, does the tooth need?
- What will I need to do afterwards, and what will it cost?
- Can options be combined?
English-speaking dentists in Seongnam
The clinic was founded by two brothers trained at Seoul National University who direct it together. Three further dentists hold Ministry of Health and Welfare specialist certifications. Full credentials →
Dr. Hyeonjoon Park
Clinic Director
- Co-founder and joint clinic director
- DDS, Seoul National University School of Dentistry
- Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
- Former staff, Dept. of General Dentistry, SNU Dental Hospital
- Affiliate Associate Fellow, American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID)
- Certified Invisalign Provider; leads orthodontic treatment
- Course completion, UCLA, USA
- Member, UPenn Endodontics Study Club, USA
- Member, International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI)
- Member, Seoul Prime Orthodontic Study Club
Dr. Hyun Sung Park
Clinic Director
- Co-founder and joint clinic director
- DDS, Seoul National University School of Dentistry
- Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
- Former staff, Dept. of General Dentistry, SNU Dental Hospital
- Microendodontics Programme, SNU
- Course completion, UCLA, USA
- Member, UPenn Endodontics Study Club, USA
- Certified Invisalign Provider
- Osstem Implant AIC Programme
- Member, International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI)
Dr. Yu Jin Kim
Dentist
- Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry (Ministry of Health and Welfare)
- Johns Hopkins University, USA
- Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
- Former staff, Osaka University Dental Hospital, Japan
Dr. Min Ji Choi
Dentist
- Board-certified specialist, Conservative Dentistry
- Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry
- Internship and residency, Jeonbuk National University Dental Hospital
- Master’s degree in Conservative Dentistry, Jeonbuk National University
Dr. Jin Young Choi
Dentist
- Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry
- Clinical training, Faculty of Dentistry, University of British Columbia, Canada
- Master’s degree, Kyungpook National University Graduate School of Dentistry
- BA in English Language and Literature, Korea University
Closing Gaps: frequently asked questions
What is the quickest way to close a gap?
Bonding can often be done in one visit for small gaps, if your case suits it.
Can aligners close gaps?
Yes, they can move teeth together. A retainer is needed afterwards.
Do veneers damage teeth?
Veneers usually involve some preparation of the tooth surface. Your dentist explains this before you decide.
How much do veneers cost?
A laminate veneer is ₩600,000 per tooth, VAT included.
Can I get English advice?
Yes. The clinic states that English-language consultation is available.
Is bonding priced separately?
Yes. Resin bonding to close a gap (diastema) is published at ₩250,000, and your dentist confirms what your case needs.
Will the gap come back after aligners?
Teeth can drift without a retainer. Fixed retainers are listed from ₩100,000 and removable retainers from ₩150,000, and your dentist advises how long to wear one.
Can a gap be caused by gum disease?
Yes, gum disease can let teeth drift apart. It is treated before any cosmetic closing.
Do I need to choose today?
No. Take the written options and fees away and decide when you are ready.
Related treatments and guides
Not sure which option fits?
Come for an examination and we will compare the options for your gap in English.
Visit us: Taepyeong Station Exit 5, Seongnam
2–3F, 1225 Seongnam-daero, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do (Taepyeong Station Exit 5)
| Monday – Wednesday | 09:30 – 20:30 |
|---|---|
| Thursday | 09:30 – 19:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 – 18:30 |
| Saturday | 09:30 – 13:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Public holidays | Open |
| Lunch break | None — continuous hours |
Parking garage in the building; parking benefits for patients receiving treatment.
