I have acid erosion on my teeth is there a better solution than composite fillings

Q. I have a problem with acid erosion, my dentist keeps putting compitions fillings over-its only the 4 front incisors-is there a more permanant solution?A. My first concern would be why you have acid erosion on your teeth in the first place. I would also be concerned about the way your teeth bite together as it sounds as though you are having to have the composites replaced. Flexing of the neck of the teeth can often cause the composites to “pop” off.

A more permanent solution would be to place porcelain veneers over the front of the teeth. I would not advise this if you are in your teenage years due to the size of the nerves within your teeth and the chances that your teeth may continue to move. The porcelain veneers also require some tooth removal. However , provided the bite is not excess , they can last for many years.

Kindest regards

Dr Julian Caplan BDS
Director on the board of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry

Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
www.avivacosmeticdentistry.co.uk
101 St. Peters Street,
St. Albans, Hertfordshire.
AL1 3EN

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