Worn teeth evaluation
Worn teeth evaluation to understand cause, risk, and options.
Tooth wear can affect appearance, sensitivity, bite comfort, and long-term dental strength.
Service detail
Worn teeth are a sign worth understanding.
Wear may be caused by grinding, clenching, acid erosion, bite relationships, or a combination of factors. The best plan starts with identifying why.
What to know
What we evaluate with worn teeth
The goal is to understand both the visible wear and the forces or habits behind it.
Wear patterns
Different wear patterns can suggest grinding, erosion, bite issues, or aging changes.
- Flattened edges
- Shortened teeth
- Thin enamel
- Chipped corners
Symptoms and sensitivity
Worn teeth may become sensitive or uncomfortable as enamel thins or dentin is exposed.
- Cold sensitivity
- Rough edges
- Chewing discomfort
- Esthetic changes
Bite and jaw factors
Tooth wear often connects to clenching, grinding, jaw muscle tension, or bite instability.
- Clenching history
- Jaw tension
- Bite contacts
- TMJ screening
Restorative options
Treatment may include monitoring, splints, bonding, crowns, veneers, or a phased comprehensive plan.
- Protection first
- Conservative repair
- Restorative planning
- Maintenance strategy
Planning your care
The cause matters as much as the repair.
Repairing worn teeth without understanding why they wore down can put new dentistry at risk.
Common question
How we think about it
Can worn teeth be rebuilt?
Often yes, but the approach depends on amount of wear, bite forces, and tooth structure.
Do I need veneers or crowns?
Some patients need bonding, others veneers or crowns; diagnosis guides the plan.
Will a night guard help?
A custom splint may help protect teeth when clenching or grinding is involved.
Can wear get worse?
Yes. Monitoring and preventive steps can help reduce future damage.
Related care
See how this fits into the bigger picture.
Worn teeth evaluation is part of our bite, jaw, and TMJ-focused care.
Ready for guidance?
Schedule a visit with Palma Sola Smiles.
We’ll help you understand your options and choose a path that fits your health, comfort, timeline, and goals.