I started braces in August 2021 and was advised my treatment would be 16 months. I am almost to the 16 month mark (January 2023) and although my alignment is nice and my teeth are much straighter, i do not like the spaces between my teeth and would like to fix them. My Orthodontist stated that the "Black triangles" are normal but is there anything she can do to close them? She has done several IPR treatments already. Someone recommended Dental Bonding. How much is the cost for that?
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Answer: Yes... but that's not the ideal treatment.
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