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Asked by Anonymous - Jul 02, 2025Hindi
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I am getting space in my front teeth what could be the reason and how to stop this

Ans: Hello

There could be several reasons why the space between your front teeth is increasing

Some likely causes
1. *Gum disease*: Gum disease can cause teeth to become loose and, if the infection is not treated in time, they tend to shift apart.
2. *Tooth loss*: Losing a tooth can cause adjacent teeth to shift, creating spaces.
3. *Orthodontic issues*: Misaligned teeth or a misaligned bite can lead to spacing.
4. *Habits*: Thumb sucking, tongue thrusting, or other habits can push teeth forward, creating gaps.
5. *Aging*: As we age, our teeth can shift, and gums can recede, leading to spacing.
6. *Genetics*: Some people may naturally have gaps between their teeth.

Solutions
1. *Dental bonding*: A tooth-colored resin can be applied to fill gaps.
2. *Veneers*: Thin porcelain or composite shells can be bonded to teeth to close gaps.
3. *Orthodontic treatment*: Braces or clear aligners can help realign teeth and close gaps.
4. *Gum treatment*: If gum disease is the cause, treating the gums can at least stop the space from increasing.

Please consult your dentist to determine the cause and best course of treatment for your specific situation.
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a. An apartment in a four in one building was purchased by me on 18/02/1991 at a cost of Rs.2,60,000/- b. All the four owners of the building decided to go for redevelopment and Joint Development agreement was done with a builder on 12/02/2019. c. As per agreement total 6 flats will be constructed of which four for original owners and two for the builder. d. The vacant possession of the building was handed over to builder only during June 2019. e. Building demolition permission was obtained on 5/08/2019 f. New Building approval was given on 9/10/2020. ( The delay was due to Coastal Zone permission and new FSI rule approval ) g. Completion certificate was obtained on 8/3/2023. h. There was nil monetary transaction between owners and builder. i. The builder sold his flats for RS.1.04 crore and Rs.1.02 crores respectively 0n 30th June 2023.(ie.on getting completion certificate) j. Now I propose to sell my flat for 1.125 crore. BASIC DETAILS : I. I have Pension income, Interest from deposits and Dividend income from my Bank’s shares and am a regular IT payer. II. I have two house properties of which the above is one and another is a dilapidated house in a remote village with taxable value of Rs.35/- III. I was showing the house property income of Rs.35/- under ITR2 till assessment year 2020-21. IV. On demolition of the above flat in 2019, I was showing the village property only as self-occupied with NIL income under ITR1. V. This continued till assessment year 2025-26. ( It means for assessment years 2023-24,2024-25 and 2025-26 the reconstructed property was omitted to be shown in IT. The effect on taxation is Rs.11/- per year considering the village property’s taxable value) VI. This year I have shown both the properties as self-occupied in my IT return Advise sought: A. How to ascertain the value of property on the date of completion certificate? B. The property not being alienated, the capital gains should be “NIL” as on 2023. But in 2023-24 IT return it was not brought out. What is course correction for it now? C. What will be the Capital gain on sale of this property now - may be during September?
Ans: Relavent dates and figures are :
01. Purchase Price (1991) Rs.2.60 (L).
02. Expected Sale Price (2026) Rs.112.50 (L).
03. No Cost/Expenses were incurred during 12.02.2019 to 2026 (expected Sale date).
04. You will have to pay LTCG based on these figures.
05 (a). TAX PLANNING : You should get a Valuation Certificate from Architect, about the value of your Flat as on 01.04.2001. This can be treated as Cost of your property/flat in 2001. Indexation benefit may be taken from this date & this value.
05 (b). Since you occupied this Flat during the period from 2001 (date of valuation) till June-2019, you can claim Maintenance & Renovation Cost during this period, if any. This shall reduce your tax liability.
05 (c). Cost or Value an on date of completion certificate, is not relevant in this case. Cost of newly build flat shall be considered as explained in above points.
06. LTCG shall be taxed at rate of 12.50% without Indexation or @ 20% with Indexation.
07. Exemption can be claimed u/s 54 if you purchase another Residential unit, with in specified time. You can also purchase Capital Gain Bonds up to Rs.50.00 (L) to save Tax.
08. You are most Welcome to write for any further details or points, if required. Thanks.

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