You need to balance the options between the esthetics of the black triangle or additional treatment.

Michael J. Rechter, DDS answers: Black triangle gap between my two front teeth

I am getting my braces off in three weeks, and for the most part I am very happy. One of the spaces that won't close will need a little bonding, but that's it.

My problem is the black triangle gap that is between my two front teeth. I know this is going to bother me, but my dentist says that if he puts some bonding there to cover it, I might have problems later on because I won't be able to clean that spot properly.

How much of a worry should this be, if I want to bond it anyway? My cleaning habits are very good - I floss at least once a day and brush twice- but if I'll never be able to floss between my two front teeth, will the gums start to recede even more someday?

Also, If I will have problems flossing around the bonding, will a water pic do the job just as well?


Michael J. Rechter, DDS
9 months ago
By Michael J. Rechter, DDS - Long Island Cosmetic dentist

The black triangle is always a cosmetic challenge. Porvelain veneers can correct the issue.  You will be able to floss between the teeth after the veneers as they are separate restorations.  When done well they are imperceivable to the eye and compatible with the gum tissue.

As an alternative you may want to speak to a periodontist about a gum graft in that area.  You will need to balance the priorities in your mind as to how significant the black triangle is esthetically versus the solutions to improve upon it.

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