Tooth wear
Tooth wear is caused by loss of tooth tissue due to causes other than caries (cavities, tooth decay). It occurs in everyone and is observable in everyone over time (normal, physiological wear and tear). However, sometimes the wear progresses faster than normal (pathological wear). The teeth and molars then become shorter and shorter.
Shortening of teeth and/or molars can have adverse consequences for the entire teeth. The short teeth negatively affect the aesthetics and function of the teeth. In addition, sensitivity can arise in the teeth due to the lack of the protective enamel layer. With advanced wear and tear, toothache can even arise due to inflammation/death of the nerve in the cavity of the tooth.
Causes
Shortening of teeth and/or molars can have adverse consequences for the entire teeth. The short teeth negatively affect the aesthetics and function of the teeth. In addition, sensitivity can arise in the teeth due to the lack of the protective enamel layer. With advanced wear and tear, toothache can even arise due to inflammation/death of the nerve in the cavity of the tooth.
Dental Wear Diagnostics
The research into dental wear starts with a number of questions about possible causes and any resulting external, practical and/or pain complaints. Your dentist then inspects the face, oral cavity and teeth. He/she carefully makes and analyzes dental models, color photos and, if necessary, X-rays to properly record the condition and function of your teeth. The dentist then records the degree of wear, performs saliva tests if necessary and determines the risk. Based on the examination, the probable cause and treatment of the tooth wear is determined.
Dental wear treatment
With limited tissue loss, your dentist will help prevent further wear and tear. He/she provides information on all causative factors and the individual risk for the future, advice on the prevention of dental erosion and poor brushing habits. The already lost tissue can be supplemented with restorative material and a protective plate can be made. Your dentist will then monitor any progress of the wear over time. With advanced wear, the recovery of the worn teeth is more prominent. The choice of treatment is determined by the nature, amount and course of wear and tear and the consequences for your teeth.
The restoration of the teeth by restorative treatment can be performed with tooth-colored restorative material that is placed directly in the mouth. There is also the option of indirectly repairing the tissue loss in collaboration with a dental technician. Teeth can then be prepared in peace outside the mouth and then attached in the mouth. In case of tooth wear due to friction, a protective plate is made after the restorative treatment, which usually only needs to be worn at night.
Source: NVGPT
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