What are the causes of tooth wear?

Dental wear, understood as the deterioration of our teeth, is a problem that affects a large part of the population.

Basically, the process starts when the harder enamel that covers the teeth is progressively lost until it reaches the dentine. This can have serious consequences if left untreated. Although in most cases regeneration occurs naturally (when the wear is rather mild), on some occasions it may be necessary to carry out some kind of intervention to treat it.

Why does tooth wear occur?

-Erosion: this is undoubtedly the most common cause of tooth wear. most common cause of tooth wear, and affects mainly older people, who suffer more frequently from bruxism. bruxism problems more frequently. Its consequences start with increased tooth sensitivity increased sensitivity of the teeth but can end up leading to joint disorders or fatigue. joint disorders or fatigue.

Friction: mainly caused by wear of the enamel as a result of incorrect or over-aggressive brushing. as a result of incorrect or overly aggressive brushing.

Abrasion: caused by chemical agents in some foods, carbonated drinks or gastric juices. food, carbonated beverages or gastric juices.

What treatments treatments are available for tooth wear?

1. In patients with bruxism, the use of an unloading splint to prevent tooth wear can be very practical options.
   
   
2. Change certain dietary habits: as always, an evaluation in this regard will be key to improvement, although as a general recommendation, avoiding highly acidic foods and beverages may be the first step to follow.
   
   
3. Regular cleaning and fluoridation can be key to maintaining a healthy dentition.
   
   
4. Incorporating certain foods such as milk or yogurt into our diet also helps us to put an end to the erosive processes that cause dental wear.
   
   

As always, good oral hygiene and regular visits to our specialist are key factors to avoid these problems in the future.

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