If you have noticed gaps or black triangles between your teeth, you may be interested in a cosmetic dental procedure known as Black Triangle Correction. This procedure can help to improve the appearance of your smile by filling in gaps and creating a more natural contour between your teeth.
What is Black Triangle?
Black Triangle is the unsightly triangular space present at the base between the two teeth where gums have receded. It appears black as the darkness of the mouth is visible behind the teeth. The presence of this triangular space is annoying since bubbles are formed while talking and one can constantly feel the air passing between the teeth. This can impose a severe blow on one’s self-confidence and can make you look older.
What Causes Black Triangles?
Black triangles, or gaps between teeth, can occur for a variety of reasons. The most common causes include:
- Gum Recession: As gum tissue recedes, it can leave gaps between the teeth.
- Bone Loss: As bone loss occurs, it can cause teeth to shift, creating gaps between them.
- Tooth Movement: Over time, teeth can shift or move, causing gaps to form between them.
While black triangles may not cause any functional problems, they can be a cosmetic concern for many people. Black Triangle Correction can help to address this issue and improve the appearance of your smile.
At Teeth Care Centre®, there are a number of treatment options available to prevent food lodgement and restore lost aesthetics. Some of the commonly used treatment modalities are:
Braces / Invisalign: In the case of very narrow spaces, teeth can be moved closer by applying gentle and continuous force using braces.
Composite Bonding: Tooth-coloured resin called composite is bonded to the teeth, in order to fill the triangular gap between the two teeth by thickening the base of the teeth.
Veneers: These are custom-made, wafer-thin layers of tooth-colored material placed on the front surface of teeth to fill in the dark spaces created by the loss of papilla tissue.
Gum Surgery: In cases of severe gum recession, the gums can be re-contoured or formed back using gum grafts.
Dermal Fillers: These are temporary solutions to plump the gum tissues and close the triangular spaces. Fillers are injected into the gums till the triangular void is filled. However, this is a temporary fix and lasts only up to six months.
Gingival Masks: These are pink removable appliances resembling gingiva and are used to fill the triangular voids between the teeth. They can be snapped in and out of the mouth on will-like dentures.
Bioclear Method: Bioclear is an alternative to traditional bonding and porcelain. Unlike bonding and porcelain which require some tooth removal for their placement, bioclear is non-invasive and restores the black triangle without requiring any tooth preparation.
Hyaluronic Acid: It is the non-surgical means of reconstructing the interdental papilla using hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid aids in wound healing and speeds up periodontal repair and regeneration.
Papilla Reconstruction: It is the surgical approach to fill the black triangle by placing a connective tissue graft trimmed accordingly to fit the size of the black triangle.
Is Black Triangle Correction Right for You?
While Black Triangle Correction is a safe and effective procedure, it may not be suitable for all patients. Before undergoing this treatment, it is important to discuss any concerns or questions with your dentist to determine if this procedure is right for you.
At Teeth Care Centre Our award winner cosmetic dentist in India and the best cosmetic dentist in Ahmedabad Dr. Pankti Patel transform your smile with her perfect hand art. Correction of the black triangle will completely change your smile and inject a new ray of self-confidence in you. It will not only fix the void but also works magic on your face and sheds years from your actual age.
