I decided to have dental bonding. Should I have it done after getting a mouthguard? (Photo)

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My doctor told me that my bite is correct but when i close my mouth there is no space between uper and lower teeth from inside,so they tend to touch and wear of on inside.I dont want to get braces because they are expensive and they take too long to see results.He also suggested that i could have a mouth guard , which i prefer.If i get a mouth guard is it better to have bonding after some time or straight away?I really want to fix them because i feel really embarassed.

Sarah Thompson, DMD · Answer

Generally speaking, I never advise patients with grinding issues to get dental bonding.  This is because bonding tends to wear away very easily.  I would recommend porcelain veneers/crowns instead of the dental bonding that is made up of composite.  Good luck and I hope this helps. Follow me if you have more questions.Sarah Thompson, DMD

Edward L. Loev, DMD · Answer

I would recommend that you reconsider having orthodontic repositioning of your upper and lower front teeth prior to bonding these teeth. You would be able to create a much stronger and more esthetic result that would last for a longer time. It is also possible to finance this treatment with companies such as Care Credit which may make the ideal treatment more affordable. The orthodontic aligners cover your teeth so the chipping would not be noticeable.If you proceed with the Invisalign treatment a night guard might not even be necessary. Review these options with your dentist

Norman Huefner, DDS · Answer

You would have the bonding first, and mouthguard second because the mouthguard would not fit after the bonding was done.  You could get the mouthguard first if there is going to be a long time before you get the bonding, and then get a second (new) mouthguard after the bonding.

Ali Makhmalbaf, DDS · Answer

You have to get bondings before fabricating a mouthguard. If you get your mouthguard first, It will not fit in your mouth after having bondins.

David May, DDS · Answer

You need to do the bonding first or your guard will not fit if you do the bonding after the guard.  The picture you shared is of an underbite and is not what I consider normal, or right.  If you have the bonding done and don't do anything about your bite it will probably chip and break before you want it to.  The guard will help at night, but what about while you are trying to chew?

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