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Damage caused by grinding usually can not be repaired by bonding. The force of grinding which damaged your teeth initially will exceed the strength of bonding. With out an exam or photos a “worn dentition” can only be repaired with porcelain and a nightguard.
Fees generally vary depending on the expertise and skill of the clinician, and what needs to be done prior to bonding. They can be anywhere between $100 - $1,500 per tooth. Any dentist can bond your teeth, you want to make sure you select one who will take a comprehensive approach. If you jump directly to bonding without planning properly, you may find yourself visiting your dentist frequently to repair or replace the bonding and spending more money in the long run. If there is significant wear, your teeth may have supraerupted or drifted out/down in which case there may be limited space to add material. If that's the case, it can be corrected with Orthodontics - moving the teeth back where they belong, or Periodontics - in which the gums could be moved up with various gum procedures. Another possibility may be to add bonding farther back to multiple teeth in order to built height and create more space in the front. You may also ultimately need a nightguard for grinding to protect the bonding, and to get screened for potential airway/sleep disordered breathing which has shown correlations with grinding. Finally, I would recommend a waxup or prototype with comprehensive diagnostic records before committing to treatment in order to see the esthetic result, and what can be done to achieve a durable and predictable outcome.
At any cost....Attempting to repair WORN DOWN FRONT TEETH with any material at all before addressing the UNDERLYING PROBLEMS will leave you very disappointed when you continue to break it off. In all likelihood you have other issues that can range from bite problems to airway issues and more. It is not a simple fix. If you don't want to keep redoing the dentistry over and over find a dentist that can help you get to the bottom of what is really going on.
Natural Teeth that have been worn down by grinding raises a red flag as to what one can expect if those types are teeth are restored with Bonding,Veneers, or Crowns. It is so important to determine the reason or reasons as to why the patient is grinding and thus wearing down their teeth in the first place.Possible reasons include Snoring or TMJ Dysfunction which can be alleviated and perhaps corrected by Removeable Appliance Therapy. Once that vicious cycle of grinding is eliminated then Bonding may offer a temporary or intermediate restorative solution. On average the cost for Dental Bonding may run you between 375 and 750 per Tooth. Patients home care and compliance in utilizing their appliance will extend the longevity and usefulness of their Dental Bonded Restorations. Good Luck!
Bonding is a great start to restoring your smile. cost can bee from 400-1000$ per tooth. expect to replace them every two years because they tend to stain and chip away. Porcelain is the way
Unfortunately bonding your teeth if the grinding is not under control it would be too expensive no matter the price quote because it will not last. Asses your grinding habit, put it under control then do a trial bonding for 2 months and if it lasts then you can move onto a more esthetic choice like porcelain In NYC you would be paying about 500 per tooth for the bonding and another 500 to 1000 + for a night guard and bruxism (grinding) evaluation
If your grinding was severe enough to wear away your enamel the composite/ tooth colored plastic we add to teeth will be chipped or worn away quickly. It would be wise to have a dentist evaluate your bite and try to stop the grinding or control it to protect your teeth. Once corrected then the teeth can be restored to proper function.
I think you have a problem you need to work on and than fix the teeth. Most people grind their teeth but there is not significant damage. Others clench and grind and cause tremendous damage to their teeth. You did not say how significant the damage was, but I would discuss with your dentist, a splint or a bite guard or something we use in our office called the Best Bite Discluder. It is inexpensive and will let you know right away if your bite is off and that is why you are grinding. If you suffer from TMJ, pain in face or jaw area , have ringing in the ears, facial pain, it could be because of your bite. Find a dentist who will make a splint for you or bite guard and see if he can adjust your bite. Most of the time that is why patients grind their teeth.If the damage is not significant and the dentin is not exposed, you and your dentist can decide what cosmetic work procelain, expensive , or bonding ,much cheaper, work for you. Bonding is not strong and you need help to stop grinding. The cost depends on how many upper teeth are involved...but stop the problem, which is the grinding! Also get more than one dentist's opinion and shop around for prices. The dental profession is like any business and prices vary according to location. Hope this helps you.
This can be a complicated answer because the degree of damage can vary so much. Bonding can vary from $200 to $700 depending upon the extent of damage. A better question would be to ask why the teeth ground down in the first place. This takes us into the realm of occlusion which is the science of how teeth and jaws interact. Find a dentist who understands occlusion and try to find the cause for the grinding. You do not want to make this investment in your teeth and health without knowing the cause otherwise the problem will recur.
Bonding tooth colored composite to lengthen worn down front teeth is not a predictable treatment option as the forces generated to wear down the teeth will also break the bonding. It is important to figure out why grinding exists. For example patients with obstructive sleep apnea often experience tooth grinding. Treat the cause of the grinding and then reconsider tooth bonding.
Thanks for sharing your story. Matching just one or two front teeth is one of the hardest things in cosmetic dentistry. While a skilled dentist can often improve a composite result, porcelain veneers generally offer more predictable and lasting color stability. Porcelain reflects light more...
I think you are a great candidate for no prep porcelain veneers. Bonding can be done but it does stain and chip much easier than porcelain veneers. Most of your teeth are on the smaller side as well as the back teeth flair inward. So we could do 10 porcelain veneers to get more length and more...
Hello,The composite may have been damaged. The exposed area might have discolored over time or may have started to decay. This is a condition that can occur over time with composite bonding treatment. Laminate veneers can be used for many years, whereas such issues may occur with composite bonding.