Are Dermal Fillers a Good Alternative For Filling Black Triangles?
asked 8 months ago by A10 in NJ
Latest answer by Scott Frey, DDS
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Tags: black triangles, filler
I consulted several periodontists about my black triangle issue. They agreed that bone/gum graft won't work in my case because of the bone loss. Recently I've read about using dermal fillers as new solution to close the black triangle when it's injected directly into gum tissue. What dentist could do this in NJ area?
2 answers to Are Dermal Fillers a Good Alternative For Filling Black Triangles?
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Dermal Fillers Can Make Some Improvement
Black triangles are a problem with the level of bone between your teeth and adding dermal fillers won't address the underlying problem; however, they can provide some improvement and fill the spaces a bit so less food gets caught and you won't be whistling through the spaces.
Using hyaluronic acid to plump your interdental papillae is a useful tool, and you'll really need to talk to your dentist, orthodontist, or some dental professional who has some experience with this...
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Scott Frey, DDS
Allentown Orthodontist
Allentown Orthodontist
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Black triangles between teeth are tricky to manage
Black triangles are an unfortunate side effect of bone loss between the front teeth. Healthy gums have a small spike of bone between the teeth which supports the tissue like a tent pole. Dermal fillers are designed to "plump up", wrinkle lines or make the upper lip fuller. As you may know, dermal fillers dissolve with time. A better result might be achieved with Invisalign to move the teeth closer to each other. I have had great success using this...
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Dustin Nelson, DDS
Pasadena Cosmetic Dentist
Pasadena Cosmetic Dentist
