Solutions to Common Dental Problems
Worn Teeth
Rebuild Strength, Restore Confidence
Your teeth are meant to last - but over time, they can wear down from daily use, grinding, acidic foods, or bite problems.
Worn teeth aren't just a cosmetic issue. They can lead to sensitivity, cracked enamel, jaw pain and can even contribute to changes in your facial shape.
At Woodville & Seaton Dental Clinic, we help patients across Adelaide understand what's causing tooth wear, prevent further damage, and restore function and appearance with modern, comfortable treatment options.
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What Causes Teeth To Wear Down?
Tooth wear happens when the protective enamel surface becomes thinner or damaged. This outer layer doesn't grow back - so once it's worn down, the softer dentin underneath becomes exposed. This can make your teeth feel sensitive, look shorter, or become more vulnerable to chips and decay.
There are a few primary reasons why this happens. Some people clench or grind their teeth while asleep (a condition known as bruxism), whereas others may wear down enamel from acidic food, drinks, or stomach acid. Overbrushing or using a hard bristled toothbrush can also physically wear down the surface over time.
Common Signs To Watch Out For
Worn teeth often change gradually, which means many patients don't realise the extent of the damage until it's well progressed.
You might feel increased sensitivity to hot or cold foods, notice your teeth are flatter or smaller, or experience discomfort in your jaw when chewing. Some people find their teeth chip more easily or begin to feel that their bite no longer is quite right.
In more advanced cases, worn teeth can affect your speech or even change your facial profile, especially if multiple teeth are affected.
How We Treat Worn Teeth
At your dental visit, we'll take time to examine your teeth, bite, and jaw. We'll assess the pattern and severity of the wear, and create a treatment plan that is tailored to your needs.
Depending on the cause, treatment may include:
- Custom-made mouthguards to protect against grinding
- Crowns or overlays for more severe wear
- Tooth-coloured bonding or composite restorations to rebuild the shape and strength
- Diet and lifestyle tips if acid or brushing is a cause
Our goal is to preserve as much natural tooth as possible while giving you a stronger, more comfortable smile.
Protect Your Smile, Restore Confidence
Tooth wear can sneak up gradually - but the effects can be long lasting if untreated. The sooner you act, the more tooth structure we can save.
Whether you are dealing with early enamel wear or more advanced damage, our team is here to help you feel confident in your smile again. We'll also help address the root cause - whether it's grinding, acid erosion, or bite issues - so you're protected for the long term.
Serving the Adelaide area, based in Woodville call us now or book online - and protect and restore that smile!
Frequently Asked Questions
Your teeth can wear down from external mechanical processes or forces that impact your teeth. The most common reasons include:
- Over rigorous tooth brushing and scrubbing
- Misuse of toothpaste
- Oral jewellery
- Abrasive foods
Tooth wear by erosion causes the tooth enamel to dissolve from the attack by acids.
If your teeth have been impacted by tooth erosion they may appear:
- Sensitive
- Glazed
- Shorter and smooth
- To have concave craters on the chewing surfaces
- Yellow in colour due to the thinning enamel
Erosion is caused by:
- Intrinsic factors - stomach acids from regurgitation, heart burn and acid reflux, gourd, morning sickness
- Extrinsic factors – consumption of alcohol, fruit juices, soft drinks, and certain foods such as apples, oranges, pickles, grapefruit to name a few.
Attrition is the loss of tooth structure from tooth to tooth contact such as grinding of teeth.
