What Causes Black Triangles?
Have you noticed black spaces forming between your teeth? These are commonly referred to as “black triangles,” and may be the result of an underlying oral health issue.
Below is more information about what causes black triangles, whether or not you should be concerned, and what can be done to address the issue.
What Causes Black Triangles?
There are a few different factors that can lead to the formation of black triangles. Some of these include:
- Gum Recession. If your gums begin to recede, you may notice black triangles forming between your teeth. Gum recession is often due to gum disease.
- Shape of Teeth. The shape of your particular teeth may be the reason behind your black triangles. Not everyone has the same size and teeth shape, and yours may leave gaps between your teeth.
- Improper Brushing. You should be brushing twice a day and should be flossing daily. With that said, you need to be careful with how hard you brush and floss. Aggressive brushing and flossing can lead to the formation of black triangles.
- Bone Loss. Bone loss due to osteoporosis or periodontal disease may lead to the formation of black triangles. Bone loss is an extremely serious oral health issue that needs to be addressed immediately.
Are Black Triangles a Problem?
Black triangles aren’t always a cause for concern. Sometimes there is a simple fix to address the issue. With that said, there are other causes of black triangles that are major issues. If you start to notice black triangles forming, it’s very important to set an appointment with your dentist so they can take a look and determine the cause of the issue. From there, they can put a plan in place to address your black triangles.
Addressing Black Triangles
There are a few ways a dentist may decide to address black triangles. Some of these methods include:
- Hyaluronic Acid. Your dentist may decide to use hyaluronic acid to address your black triangles if gum recession is the reason for their formation. Hyaluronic acid is used to stimulate the regeneration of gum tissue.
- Proper at-home care. If your dentist determined your black triangles are due to improper at-home care, they will likely walk you through how to properly brush and floss to repair your gums.
- Orthodontics. Orthodontic treatment like braces can help with closing the gap between teeth, eliminating black triangles that have formed.
- Veneers or resin. Cosmetic solutions that may be considered to repair black triangles are dental veneers or resin. These can be used to close the gap.
Contact Us Today!
To prevent black triangles, make sure you are taking proper care of your teeth and gums. Brush, floss, and rinse regularly. Contact us today if black triangles have formed so we can examine the area and create a treatment plan.