TOOTH WEAR AND EROSION
Tooth wear and erosion in Dubai
If your teeth look shorter, flatter or more chipped than they used to, an assessment can help you understand what is wearing them down and whether anything needs to be done. I assess tooth wear at Alma Polyclinic in Umm Suqeim, Dubai.
Why are my teeth wearing down?
Tooth wear is the gradual loss of tooth structure. Acid from food, drinks or reflux can contribute to erosion. Tooth-to-tooth contact, including grinding, can also wear teeth. More than one factor can be involved, so the shape of a worn tooth is only part of the picture.
What happens at a tooth wear assessment?
I’ll ask when you first noticed changes, whether you have sensitivity or chipping, and what you know about your diet, reflux or grinding. I’ll look at the pattern of wear and how your teeth meet. When useful, photographs or scans can give us a baseline to compare at later visits.
Do worn teeth always need rebuilding?
Treatment depends on whether the wear is progressing, causing symptoms or affecting how your teeth work. We may start with prevention and monitoring. If rebuilding is appropriate, I’ll talk you through what could be achieved with options such as composite bonding or other restorations, and what each would involve for your teeth and their upkeep.
Book a tooth wear assessment in Umm Suqeim
Ask Alma Polyclinic reception for an appointment with Dr. Linda Joy Afif. Bring any old photos, scans or dental records you already have, as they may help us see what has changed over time.
See two tooth wear cases before and after treatment