{"id":2411,"date":"2024-09-15T22:28:47","date_gmt":"2024-09-16T03:28:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/?p=2411"},"modified":"2024-09-15T22:28:47","modified_gmt":"2024-09-16T03:28:47","slug":"floss-teeth-bonding-black-triangles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/floss-teeth-bonding-black-triangles\/","title":{"rendered":"Can\u2019t Floss Between My Teeth After Getting Bonding for Black Triangles"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>After my dentist used bonding to close the black triangles between four teeth, I couldn\u2019t floss between them. The bonding looks like a glob between my teeth\u2014almost like the teeth are connected. The spaces developed while I was wearing Clear Correct braces. Is it even possible to correct the spaces with bonding? Thanks. Kolby from TX<\/p>\n<p>Kolby,<\/p>\n<p>Often caused by receding gums, black triangles\u00a0are a common dental concern. The image provided illustrates a case where this occurred. In your case, black triangles developed from straightening your teeth with Clear Correct braces. A skilled cosmetic dentist must examine your teeth to determine whether bonding can resolve the black triangles.<\/p>\n<h2>Challenges of Using Dental Bonding for Black Triangles<\/h2>\n<p>I<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-2413\" src=\"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/black-triangles-teeth.jpg\" alt=\"Black triangles between lower teeth\" width=\"277\" height=\"176\" \/>f you decide to proceed with bonding, it&#8217;s important to be aware of several challenges:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gum Health: Improperly applied bonding can create a food trap, leading to plaque and calculus buildup and potentially causing gum disease. The bonding material must be carefully shaped and polished to prevent this. A healthy gumline allows for smooth floss passage, indicating proper shaping and polishing.<\/li>\n<li>Bonding Difficulty: Gum tissue sensitivity and fluid production can hinder bonding. Retraction techniques can control these factors and ensure a successful bond.<\/li>\n<li>Aesthetics: Achieving a natural appearance requires careful consideration of color matching and shape. A dentist must choose appropriate composite materials and <a href=\"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/new-orleans-tooth-bonding.html\">skillfully shape the bonding<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Consult a Cosmetic Dentist<\/h2>\n<p>Consult a dentist with advanced aesthetic training to offer appropriate solutions. Removing the bonding may allow for easier flossing and a smoother tooth surface.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/\">Cosmetic dentist Dr. Duane Delaune of Metairie<\/a>, Louisiana, sponsors this post. Read why Dr. Delaune&#8217;s patients consider him one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/best-dentist-in-new-orleans.html\">best dentists in town<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>After my dentist used bonding to close the black triangles between four teeth, I couldn\u2019t floss between them. The bonding looks like a glob between my teeth\u2014almost like the teeth are connected. The spaces developed while I was wearing Clear Correct braces. Is it even possible to correct the spaces with bonding? Thanks. 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