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How can I fix receding gums with braces? (Photo)

banpartMay 27, 2018
Hello, I have been wearing braces for like 3-4 years already and I'm starting to worry about my lower teeth specially because I noticed gum recession (please refer to the pictures I provided). So my question is how can I fix this problem? I am also very troubled because of "black triangle" I have. I don't feel any pain when brushing and eating. I took these pictures by myself with my phone so I apologize in advance for the blurry ones. Kind regards.

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Dr. John McDonald, DMD
Orthodontist
Answered on Jun 4, 2018
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Dr. Tarsys Loayza, DDS, MSc
Dentist
Answered on May 30, 2018
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