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Posted on 11/25/2015 by Raymond Liu |
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![]() What Cause Your Teeth to Wear Down?There are three main types of wear that may occur on your teeth:
As previously noted, bruxism is one of the greatest causes of worn teeth. In many cases, teeth grinders do this at night, so it is not an action that they control. Stress is often the culprit, and in order to prevent grinding and damage to the teeth, most dentists will recommend patients wear custom night guards in order to protect the teeth from coming into contact with each other. What Are the Signs of Worn Down Teeth?If you suspect that your teeth may have worn down, there are some signs that you can look for that may indicate damage:
It is also important to note that when the teeth suffer from wear, especially when that wear is due to erosion, they will become more susceptible to both tooth decay and cavities. While a small cavity may not pose a major problem at first, if allowed to grow, the cavity can affect the nerves, resulting in pain, infection, or even an abscess. How Can You Treat Teeth that Have Worn Down?If your dentist establishes that your teeth have, in fact, been worn down, treatment options can be discussed. Treatment may be completed just using one type of procedure, or for severe wear, multiple steps may be needed:
In addition to the treatment option used to repair the damage, you'll also want to discuss what caused the issue in the first place. If erosion was the culprit, you may need to change the way you brush, switch to a less abrasive toothpaste, or minimize your consumption of acidic foods and drinks. As previously noted, if bruxism is the cause of the problem, you should consider investing in a night guard or a mouth guard to wear throughout the day. If you are concerned that your teeth are wearing down, contact our office for an evaluation. |
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