Does creating a gap between the teeth (filing/flashing) for the purpose of orthodontics fall under the ruling of the cursing mentioned in the Hadith?
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Cosmetic surgery to remove a defect, not to increase beauty. So, if the tooth gap is disfiguring and its removal is certain to be successful, then there is no sin.
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