Can you recommend anything that can replace my bonded fillings?
Q. hi I am a denplan customer via a nhs dentist and have had a lot of work on my teeth (crowns, fillings etc). i have two bonded fillings on the front of two bottom teeth. For the past 2 years (up to that point they stayed in for years ) now they regularly pop out every 2-3 months. My dentist says its because I grind my teeth at night and the pressure makes them ping out. He recommended a mouth guard for night which I hate in my mouth. He says he doesnt mind replacing them every 3 months but I find it tedious and frustrating. Is there anything stronger or any other suggestions please? (not crowns yet if pos). Kind regards.,
A. Hi Jackie, I’m sorry to hear about your problem. I hear this all too often and your dentist is quite right. A mouth guard is probably the way forward to stop them from coming off. You see, even if you had veneers/crowns, if you still grind your teeth- this will sill pose problems. Ideally. you need to try and sort out the root cause of your grinding and then take it from there. In the meantime, wear your night guard to prevent any further problems. I hope this has helped.
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