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Restore shape and harmony to your smile
Over time, wear can change the appearance of your teeth.
Shorter edges, worn surfaces, and loss of the original proportions can make your smile look less balanced and, in some cases, may be associated with sensitivity or functional problems.
In selected cases, dental veneers can help restore the shape, proportions, and appearance of worn teeth.
Before treatment, however, it is essential to identify the cause of the wear and assess the health and function of the entire dental system.
Why do teeth wear down?
Factors that can contribute to tooth wear include:
- normal wear over time;
- bruxism and clenching;
- uneven tooth contacts;
- erosion caused by acids;
- certain dietary habits;
- particularly aggressive brushing;
- certain conditions that affect the structure of the enamel.
Understanding why the teeth have worn down is important before deciding how to treat them.
If the cause of the wear is not addressed, cosmetic treatment alone may not be enough.
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How can veneers help?
Veneers can be used to change the visible surface of the teeth and help restore some aesthetic proportions.
Depending on the case, they may help to:
Restore tooth shape
Treatment planning can restore some of the tooth shape altered by wear.
Improve proportions
Tooth height and width can be planned to create a more balanced smile.
Create a uniform appearance
When several teeth are worn, veneers can help create greater harmony between them.
Enhance your smile
Shape, color, and optical qualities are customized to create a result that suits your face.
Not all worn teeth need veneers
Treatment depends on the extent and cause of the wear.
In some mild cases, monitoring and changing habits that contribute to wear may be sufficient.
In other situations, different restorative treatments may be considered, such as composite bonding or other types of restorations.
When wear is associated with bruxism, erosion, or bite problems, the underlying causes may need to be addressed first or at the same time.
Aesthetic treatment is only chosen after assessing the health and function of the teeth.
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Worn teeth and bruxism
bruxism, or clenching or grinding your teeth, can contribute to wear on tooth surfaces over time.
If present, it should be considered when planning any cosmetic treatment.
Depending on the case, your dental professional may recommend specific strategies to protect your teeth and maintain your results.
This may include behavioral guidance, regular checkups, and, when appropriate, a night guard.
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Restoring shape while preserving function
When a tooth is worn down, simply rebuilding the missing part is not enough.
It is important to consider how the teeth meet when you close your mouth and move your jaw.
That is why treatment planning must take into account:
- bite;
- jaw movements;
- tooth height;
- the relationship between the arches;
- distribution of contacts;
- the individual characteristics of your smile.
The goal is to balance aesthetics, function, and preservation of tooth structure.
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A younger-looking smile, without looking artificial
Tooth wear can change the proportions of your smile over time.
Restoring the proper length and shape of the teeth can help create a more balanced appearance.
This does not mean making the teeth excessively long or uniform.
Treatment planning should respect each person’s individual features and deliver a natural result that suits their face and age.
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What does the treatment involve?
Clinical assessment
The teeth, gums, bite, and extent of wear are examined.
Identify the causes
Your dental professional will assess the factors that may have contributed to tooth wear.
Treatment plan
The most appropriate option is assessed, which may include veneers or other restorative techniques.
Smile design and veneer placement
If veneers are suitable, their shape, size, color, and bite are planned. Restorations are made and placed according to the protocol appropriate for each case.
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Veneers for worn teeth: personalization is essential
There is no single treatment for every case of tooth wear.
A young patient with localized wear has different needs from someone with widespread wear associated with bruxism or erosion.
That is why treatment should start with a diagnosis, not with choosing a technique.
First identify the cause, then plan the solution.
Frequently asked questions
هل يمكن استخدام قشور الأسنان على الأسنان المتآكلة؟
في بعض الحالات، نعم. يمكن أن تساعد هذه الإجراءات في استعادة شكل ونسب الأسنان، لكن دواعي استخدامها تعتمد على مدى وسبب التآكل.
إذا كنت أطحن أسناني، فهل يمكنني الحصول على قشور تجميلية؟
ينبغي تقييم حالة صرير الأسنان قبل الخضوع لأي علاج تجميلي. في حال حدوث صرير أو طحن، يمكن لطبيب الأسنان أن يوصي باستراتيجيات محددة لحماية أسنانك وحشواتك.
هل يمكن للتركيبات الخزفية ترميم الأسنان القصيرة؟
في بعض الحالات، يمكن أن تساعد هذه الإجراءات في تغيير الطول الظاهري للأسنان واستعادة تناسبها بشكل أكثر تناسقاً. وتعتمد إمكانية ذلك على الحالة السريرية والإطباق.
هل من الممكن معالجة الأسنان المتآكلة دون بردها؟
تعتمد إمكانية اعتماد أسلوب التحضير المحدود أو بدون تحضير مسبق على كل حالة على حدة ونوع العلاج. فهو ليس حلاً واحداً يناسب جميع حالات تآكل الأسنان.
هل من الأفضل استخدام القشور الخزفية أم الحشوات المركبة؟
هذه حلول مختلفة. يعتمد الاختيار على كمية بنية الأسنان الموجودة، وموقع الأسنان، وسبب التآكل، والاحتياجات الجمالية، والظروف الوظيفية.
هل يمكن أن تستمر الأسنان في التآكل بعد تركيب القشور الخزفية؟
إذا استمر سبب التآكل، فقد تستمر المشكلة في التأثير على الأسنان، بل وقد تُلحق الضرر بالحشوات. لذا، من المهم تحديد العوامل المسؤولة عن التآكل ومعالجتها.
كم تدوم قشور الأسنان على الأسنان المتآكلة؟
تعتمد المتانة على عوامل عديدة، منها نوع المادة، والالتصاق، والإطباق، ودرجة التآكل، والعادات الفردية. وتتيح الفحوصات الدورية مراقبة العلاج بمرور الوقت.
"Get the dream look you deserve"
See you soon,
Dr. Andrea Aru
Medical Director of Gold Clinique
Cosmetic Dentist
Creator of the Gold Clinique Method
Dr. Aru Andrea, registration no. 361 – Sassari Order of Dentists
