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Dark triangles between your teeth
Periodontics for West End Winnipeg Residents
Those tiny dark spaces near the gumline were not always so noticeable. For West End Winnipeg residents, here is what can sit behind them and why the cause matters before any fix.
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The small gap that raises big questions
When the gum between teeth shrinks back, a space can show.
The triangle of gum between two teeth normally fills that area. If the tissue has receded, whether through periodontitis, past inflammation or other factors, a small dark space can appear. Tooth shape and position play a part too, so one person can have these spaces with healthy gums while another has them along with active disease.
West End Winnipeg residents can have these spaces examined at our clinic on McPhillips Street in Winnipeg. Finding out which situation you are in comes first. Spaces like these may also trap food and plaque, which is a practical reason to learn how to clean them, even if appearance is what caught your eye.
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Health before appearance
Any cosmetic idea should wait until you know whether the gums around that space are stable or inflamed.
Spaces trap debris
A gap at the gumline can catch food and plaque, and it may call for a different tool from the one you use now.
A visible change after healing
As swollen tissue settles after treatment, these spaces may become more visible, which is good to understand in advance.
If gum disease is involved
Treatment that targets the underlying cause
Should inflammation or bone changes be behind your spaces, these pages outline how they may be addressed.
Gum Disease Treatment
Learn how gum disease treatment in Winnipeg addresses bleeding, inflammation, periodontal pockets and bone loss through diagnosis and personalized care.
Explore serviceScaling & Root Planning
Learn how scaling and root planing in Winnipeg removes buildup below the gumline, smooths root surfaces and supports healing from gum disease.
Explore servicePocket Reduction Surgery
Explore periodontal pocket reduction surgery in Winnipeg for advanced gum disease, including when it may be recommended, treatment goals and recovery.
Explore serviceHave an urgent concern? Call (204) 338-3003 to discuss availability.
Talking about the gaps
Start with why, then discuss what could be done.
Separating cause from cosmetics keeps your choices clear.
Request your visit- 01
Show where you see them
Indicate which spaces bother you, and share an older smile photo if you happen to have one that shows the difference.
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Have the area assessed
Pocket depths, bleeding, tooth position and images of the bone can help reveal why the tissue is no longer filling the space.
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Consider your options after that
If gums are stable, ask whether bonding, reshaping or restorations could be considered. Let the dentist explain the limits of each.
Winnipeg North Dental
Unit-5 2358 Mcphillips Street, Winnipeg, MB R2V 4J6Get directions (opens in a new tab)Having it examined
West End Winnipeg residents can visit us on McPhillips Street.
Your appointment would be at Winnipeg North Dental, Unit 5, 2358 McPhillips Street, Winnipeg. Directions can be pulled up from its card on this page.
A quick line in the form about the spaces you have noticed is plenty. Requests are not bookings until the clinic has responded to confirm a time with you.
Questions about coverage?
Talk with our team before your visit or learn about CDCP.
A little clarity before your visit
Your questions, answered.
Helpful details about periodontics in West End Winnipeg.
Ask our teamDo dark triangles always mean gum disease?
No. Tooth shape, position and earlier gum changes can all be involved, and these may be present in a mouth that is currently healthy. Checking the tissues tells you whether disease is part of it.
Can the gum grow back to fill the space?
Do not expect it to regrow by itself. Whether anything could be done to improve an area depends on the supporting bone and tissue, so ask the dentist what is realistic in your case.
Can bonding or veneers close these spaces?
Sometimes they may be considered, once gums are healthy and the cause is understood. Suitability depends on your teeth, bite and tissue, so it is decided at assessment.
Did flossing cause these gaps?
Gentle, correct flossing is not usually the reason, though forceful technique can irritate tissue. Ask to have your method watched if you are worried, and do not abandon cleaning between your teeth.
What should I use to clean these spaces?
A small interdental brush might suit some spaces, but sizes and tools vary. Ask which option fits each gap, and how to use it without being rough on the gum.
Whom do I contact about these spaces from West End Winnipeg?
Request a gum assessment through the form below or at (204) 338-3003. Something urgent, like sudden swelling, should be phoned in.
Find out what those spaces mean
Understand the cause before you think about closing them.
West End Winnipeg residents can send a request below, and clinic staff will be in touch to arrange a visit at McPhillips Street.