Alborzi Orthodontics - September/October 2024

Say Goodbye to Black Triangles A recent study discovered a new way to fix gingival embrasures: gaps that look like little black triangles between teeth. These black triangles can form for of all restorations were flawless. Not a single restoration showed detachment,

especially if the individual recently finished treatment before the gaps appeared. Improving dental hygiene habits, getting veneers, or receiving specialized endodontic treatment were other strategies used to rectify this situation. Now, there’s a more effective treatment to help remove gingival embrasures.

fractures, or color alterations or experienced staining. This aesthetic procedure is more cost-effective and less invasive than any previously used strategy. While this recent study is promising, taking preventive action will help you avoid black triangles altogether. It all starts with proper dental hygiene. Floss daily with a thorough but gentle touch, brush multiple times a day, preferably with an electric toothbrush, and limit your risk for gum disease by eating a balanced diet, not smoking, and reducing stress levels. If you want to learn more about this procedure and eliminate the black triangles between your teeth, call us today!

various reasons, including gum recession caused by smoking, aging, or periodontal disease; incorrect brushing techniques; the shape of your teeth; and bone loss caused by oral health issues. When you notice these gaps, you may wonder how you can fix them in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Instead of using braces or an orthodontic appliance, using direct composite

resin with injection molding techniques may be the best way to fix gingival embrasures. A study from this past year evaluated 36 black triangle restorations in the front of the mouth after a two-year period, and the results were amazing. The mechanical and biological survival rates

Previously, the best way to fix the black triangles between teeth was through orthodontic treatment. Sometimes, braces can remove the gap, but other advanced orthodontic treatments are often preferred,

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