Hi, can I ask if frequent scaling and polishing (4-5 times a year) to remove tobacco stains cause your teeth to wear down? I wear my nightguard and retainers but I still feel as if there are mini gaps forming after frequent scaling and polishing sessions. Please advise.
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I would recommend going back to your dentist and having it repolished. Bondings do stain with tea/coffee etc. Your dentist should be able to remove the stain for you and polish the bonding.
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